FOOD SERVICE MANAGER (2104) Salary: $37,842.00 Annually Location: East Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA Job Type: Permanent Job Number: 2104-03R Department: Jefferson Community Actions Programs - Food Services 1060 Division Head Start Food Services 1060-202 Opening Date: 03/06/2026 Closing Date: 3/20/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description Benefits Questions
Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Purpose of Announcement EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) EAST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN IN THE DEPARTMENT OF JEFFERSON COMMUNITY ACTIONS PROGRAMS AND FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.
Kind of Work Performs administrative and supervisory dietary work in running the day to day operations of a kitchen located in a departmental center where the food service program is conducted. Supervises the preparation of meals and snacks according to the approved menu cycle and standardized recipes that are appropriate for the age group and in compliance with CACFP child meal pattern and Louisiana sanitation code for food safety procedures.
This position manages and supervises the Child Nutrition staff in maintaining kitchen, pantry, cafeteria, and equipment in a clean, organized, safe, and sanitary manner. Prepares and submits food and supply orders to the HC, verifies accuracy of deliveries, promptly and properly stores food items and supplies. Conducts monthly inventory checks and checks inventory regularly to ensure availability of foods needed to follow menu cycle. Maintains accurate daily records (i.e., meal production sheets, meal count sheets, etc.) in order to complete and submit paperwork on time and in accordance with CACFP requirements. Performs other duties and assignments related to job as required or assigned.
May be required to work at other Jeff CAP locations parish wide. Position requires driving of a personal vehicle, thus possession of a valid drivers license, acceptable driving record, and personal automobile with minimum liability insurance available for business use (business travel is reimbursed on a mileage basis) will be given preference.
NOTE: Employee must obtain the ServSafe Manager certification within six (6) months of employment.
Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination Meets one of the following options: I. Advanced (approx. four years), paid, food service experience in a commercial or institutional kitchen. OR II. Possession of a career/technical program diploma or certificate in culinary arts/management (or closely related); plus, considerable (approx. three years), paid, food service experience in a commercial or institutional kitchen. OR III. Possession of an accredited Associates degree in culinary arts/management (or closely related); plus, substantial (approx. two years), paid, food service experience in a commercial or institutional kitchen.
Preferred: Food service experience in a supervisory capacity and possession of a ServSafe Manager certification are preferred.
Note: Any conviction listed in the Louisiana Child Protection Act (LA R.S.15:587.1) is considered disqualifying, unless written proof of pardon is submitted in time for consideration with the application.
Kind of Examination (ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL) The examination will consist of a rating of training and experience. Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification and the Personnel Department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.
JOB POSTING NO: 2104-03R DATE: 07/27/07 AMENDED: 07/14/23 RE-OPENED: 03/06/26
Applications may be filed online at http://www.jeffparish.gov/apply OR either of the office addresses below:
Application Offices East Jefferson: Room 206, 1221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123 West Jefferson: Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053
JEFFERSON PARISH CIVIL SERVICE BENEFITS
Vacation (Annual Leave) Employees accumulate one half day of paid vacation for every two weeks worked. Leave accrual rates increase with years of service. Any unused annual leave is usually paid upon separation from Parish Employment.
Sick Leave Employees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked. Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations.
Holidays Nine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials.
Life Insurance All regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one years salary. Extra insurance may be purchased.
Medical Insurance An HMO medical insurance plan is avalable for employees and their dependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% of the premiums for dependents.
A Flexible Benefits Plan Employees have the opportunity to save money by paying for healthinsurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible SavingsAccount for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available.
Retirement Most regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees RetirementSystem instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired after January 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of service is provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with 10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service.
Tenure Payment Employees are paid $25 per year of service in December of each year. Employees must have worked two years before the first check is paid.
Deferred Compensation Plan (457b plan) Similar to 401K programs, the 457b Deferred Plan allows employees to defer up to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings. Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination without penalty. This plan is provided by Nationwide Retirement Solutions 1-877-677-3678.
Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc. may be granted in accordance with the Personnel Rules.
01 The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are REQUIRED to complete these questions so that we may initially determine your eligibility for this position. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. This means you will be ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement. Yes | No
02 Select the option that describes your highest level of education. Some High School High School Diploma/GED Certificate Career/Technical Program Diploma/Certificate Some College Associates Degree Bachelors Degree Masters Degree Doctorate
03 Do you possess a Career/Technical Program Diploma or Certificate in Culinary Arts/Management (or closely related)? Yes | No
04 Do you possess an accredited Associates degree or higher in Culinary Arts/Management (or closely related)? Yes | No
05 The Jefferson Parish Personnel Department must verify all educational credentials. For College Education, you must provide your official college transcripts and/or original college diploma. For Career/Technical Program, you must provide your original diploma, certificate, or transcript. If you are claiming any additional educational credits or licenses on your application, please submit original, official proof of those credentials as well. To expedite the hiring process, we suggest you begin the process of obtaining this information IMMEDIATELY. For college transcripts, the College or University may mail them to:
Jefferson Parish Personnel Department Attn: Recruitment Division 200 Derbigny St., Suite 3100 Gretna, LA 70053
OR The College or University may email the official transcripts to jeffjobs@jeffparish.net. For college and/or career/technical program diplomas, the original, official diploma must be brought into one of the Personnel Offices. Failure to submit Official Transcripts/Diplomas will result in the rejection of your application. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement. Yes | No
06 How many years of Paid, food service experience do you have in a commercial or institutional kitchen? None Less than 1 year 1 year to less than 1 year 9 months 1 year 9 months to less than 2 years 9 months 2 years 9 months to less than 3 years 9 months 3 years 9 months to less than 5 years 5 years to less than 6 years 6 years to less than 7 years 7 years to less than 8 years 8 years to less than 9 years 9 years to less than 10 years 10 years or more
07 Describe your Paid, food service experience in a commercial or institutional kitchen. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
08 Have you had any food service experience in a Supervisory capacity? Yes | No
09 Please list the name of your employer as well as the dates of employment where you obtained your Supervisory experience in food service.
Required Question Employer: Jefferson Parish Address: 200 Derbigny Street, Suite 3100, Gretna, Louisiana, 70053 Phone: 504-364-2730, 504-736-6364 Website: http://www.jeffparish.gov/apply