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Supervisory Food Services Specialist (Food Service Administrator)
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison SystemMemphis, TN · Management
$89,508 – $116,362
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 5, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This role leads the food service operations at a correctional facility, managing budgets, staff, dietary programs, and kitchen equipment while maintaining institutional security standards. It suits someone with supervisory experience in food service, nutrition compliance, and budget management in a institutional or large-scale setting.
Our summary, not Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- At least one year of specialized supervisory experience in food service or a related field
- Experience supervising food preparation and ensuring nutritional compliance
- Experience supervising equipment and storeroom operations
- Experience developing budget estimates and approving expenditures
- Experience evaluating subordinate employee performance and taking disciplinary action when needed
Nice to have
- Experience with religious diet menus
- Experience with medical diet programs
- Experience working with registered dietitians