Food Services Manager - Sheriff's Office (0726)

Food Services Manager - Sheriffs Office (0726)

Salary

$56,009.00 - $64,410.35 Annually

Location

Flagstaff, AZ

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Job Number

0804769

Department

Sheriffs Office

Division

Sheriff-General Fund Jail

Opening Date

07/22/2026

Closing Date

8/7/2026 5:00 PM Arizona

• Description
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Nature of Work

Under general supervision performs work of moderate difficulty supervising large volume food preparation; performs related work as assigned.

Please Note:

This position requires shift work and weekend work.

For questions regarding this posting please contact the Sheriffs Office at 928-226-5069.

Typical Duties

(Illustrative Only)

• Hires, and trains employees in food service duties
• Schedules, assigns, supervises, and evaluates the work of assigned staff
• Prepares menus that will meet the nutritional requirements for the jail population, as set forth by a registered dietician
• Prepares and maintains records and reports
• Maintains compliance with food handling policies and procedures and applicable state standards
• Oversees housekeeping and maintenance activities
• Maintains order, safety, and security in the kitchen area
• Ensures inmate workers compliance with work and hygiene standards
• May consult with dieticians, nutritionists, and medical staff for special diets
• May act as lead worker

Essential functions of this position include but are not limited to: standing and walking to prepare and serve food; reaching for items on shelves; working with and around inmates and other staff and volunteers; repetitive motion (hand-wrist and elbow-shoulder) to prepare food and sweeping, mopping; hearing and speech (ordinary conversation) to communicate with staff and inmates and for telephone conversations, overhead paging and conversations in a loud environment; touch (finger dexterity) for preparing food, phone usage and clean up. Environmental factors include working indoors within the jail and dining hall; working around extreme heat and noise. Hazards including potential for oven and stove top burns. Supervising others.

Minimum Qualifications

Four years of volume cooking experience, including one year of supervisory experience; OR any combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must submit to a background search and successfully pass polygraph examination. Must not have a felony conviction within previous ten years or dishonorable discharge from the military. Must not have a misdemeanor conviction involving domestic violence within previous five years. Must obtain Food Managers Certificate within six months of hire.

This position is non-exempt from overtime.

This position is safety sensitive.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of:
• Principles and practices of large-scale food menu planning, food preparation and service
• Modern methods, materials and equipment used in large-scale food preparation and service
• Principles and techniques of food service supervision
• Functional operation of a correction facility, including security measures
• Volume food purchasing and inventory maintenance
• Kitchen safety and food sanitation
• Security procedures
• Working knowledge of:
• County purchasing procedures
• Principles of positive supervision
• Nutrition standards and requirements
• Skill in:
• Operation of food preparation equipment.
• Ability to:
• Direct the activities of others
• Prepare and maintain records and reports
• Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity employer.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Employee Benefits

Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits

package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:

(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)

• Vacation/Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 10 Holidays Per Year
• Health Care Insurance
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Group Life Insurance
• Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
• Sick Leave Conversion Plan
• Personal Day Purchase Program
• Vacation Sell Back Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program
• Long-Term Disability
• Arizona State Retirement System
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-going Training Opportunities
• Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass

Elective Coverage

• Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Tax-deferred investment program
• Accidental and Disability Insurance
• Short Term Disability

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Sheriffs Office: As part of the application process, you are required to submit a completed background packet to the Sheriffs Office prior to the close date of this position. The following link will allow you to download the 25-page background questionnaire. If you need assistance or have any questions regarding the download, please call Human Resources at (928) 679-7100. Copy and paste the link below into your browser to access the background. https://www.coconino.az.gov/DocumentCenter/View/66834/Final-New-Background-Packet I understand that a background check is required as part of this application process.

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Do you have experience supervising both civilian employees and inmate workers?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "Yes" to Question #1, please describe your experience

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Can you work weekends, holidays, or different shifts if needed?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Coconino County

Address 219 E Cherry Ave

Flagstaff, Arizona, 86001

Phone 928-679-7100

Website http://www.coconino.az.gov