Food Operations Manager Assistant

Food Operations Manager Assistant

Central State Hospital (CSH) is a 277 bed Joint Commission accredited psychiatric inpatient facility located in Petersburg, Virginia. CSH has proudly been serving citizens of the Commonwealth since 1870, when we opened our doors as the first psychiatric hospital in the country dedicated to the treatment of African Americans. A new and modern CSH is currently under construction on the same property, with a scheduled completion date of 2027. CSH maintains the only maximum-security treatment facility in the state (111 beds). We also have 166 beds available for individuals in the community who need inpatient care, as well as individuals in the criminal justice system. We believe that treatment should be holistic and focused on the person's individual needs, recognizing that recovery is not linear or the same for every person. Treatment modalities may include medication, evidence-based group and individual therapy, peer support, psychosocial rehabilitation, vocational training, preparation for court, and treatment for substance use.

Central State Hospital is recruiting for a Food Operations Manager Assistant to join our dynamic Food Services team! This role is responsible for leading and supporting staff in the areas of performance management, food production, sanitation, and collaboration. The Food Operations Manager Assistant ensures that staff receive clear communication, ongoing coaching, and competency evaluations, while upholding departmental goals and compliance with performance and attendance standards. The position oversees daily food production, ensuring adherence to HACCP and regulatory guidelines, and maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and service. Responsibilities include supervising meal preparation, reviewing menus and recipes, monitoring food handling and storage, and ensuring sanitation standards are consistently met through inspections, training, and enforcement of safety procedures. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, foster a culture of accountability and teamwork, and actively promote a positive and safe work environment aligned with CSH's mission and values.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required to Successfully Perform the Job :

• Comprehensive knowledge of the tray line operation and procedures.
• Ability to supervise, evaluate, teach, train, direct, motivates, instruct, and counsel food service staff.
• Basic knowledge of a computer to communicate, enter, update, and retrieve information.
• Ability to keep records to provide information and document compliance with various policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
• Ability to direct the work of employees to provide a quality service.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Food Safety.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift moderate (10-40 lbs.) loads, bend, stoop and carry objects.
• Capacity to work in high heat, high humidity environment.
• Aptitude to work as a contributing team member.
• Ability to work in a secure and locked environment with individuals who are experiencing acute symptoms of mental illness and / or additional forensic / legal involvement.

Minimum Qualifications :

Additional Considerations :

Application Requirements : Applications and rsums for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and / or rsum. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications. Applications / rsums will begin to be reviewed within five (5) days of the posting date. Background Investigation : All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services / Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position. Under Virginia Code 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges. Reasonable Accommodations : Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and / or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at (804) 524-7111 during business hours (8 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m.). Equal Opportunity : The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

Contact Information :

Name : Human Resources

Phone : 1-804-524-7111

Email : CSHRecruitment@dbhds.virginia.gov