FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR I
Recruitment #26-001038-0002
| Department | DJS Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center |
|---|---|
| Date Opened | 1/23/2026 4:00:00 PM |
| Filing Deadline | 2/9/2026 11:59:00 PM |
| Salary | $42,893.00 - $65,893.00/year |
| Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
| HR Analyst | Alexander Rhine |
| Work Location |
Baltimore City
|
Introduction
GRADE
ASTD9
LOCATION OF POSITION
Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center (BJJC)
300 N. Gay Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Main Purpose of Job
Join Us in Making a Difference at DJS!
The
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) is dedicated to transforming
young lives, creating safer communities, and fostering equitable systems. We
are seeking passionate individuals for the role of Food Service Supervisor I, so come join our team and make a meaningful impact on
youth and the community at DJS!
A Food Service Supervisor I is responsible for the first
line supervision of work in the food service operations at the facility. A Food
Service Supervisor I will coordinate and supervise the
entire facilities’ kitchen operation including food receiving, storage,
production, service and distribution of food in a timely manner. The Food
Service Supervisor I is responsible for ensuring the production and serving of
meals are in accordance with prescribed procedures and applicable health and
sanitation regulations and standards. Employees in this classification
supervise staff engaged in food preparation and serving.
The Food Service Supervisor I is an essential employee required to
remain at work or report to work in emergency conditions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Two years of experience in food production or service for a large scale food service operation.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute additional experience in food production or service for a large scale food service operation on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of the required education.
2. Candidates may substitute additional education in the area of food service management, nutritional care, institutional administration or a related area on a year-for-year basis for up to two years of the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Food Preparation and Serving classifications or Food Preparation and Serving specialty codes in the Food Service field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The preferred candidate for this position may possess any of the following qualifications:
- Experience with reports regarding food service operation.
- Knowledgeable in the food service policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Experience with the inspection of food service facilities, equipment, and operations to evaluate compliance with the standards of sanitation, quality and efficiency.
- Possession of a current ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification.
- At least one year of experience in food production or service in an institutional setting such as hospitals, child nutrition programs including school lunch or day care centers, nursing homes, universities or correctional facilities.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
NOT APPLICABLE.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Employees in this classification are subject to call-in and, therefore, will be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient
information on your completed application to show that you meet the
qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your
qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider
information submitted after this date. Candidates will remain on the certified eligible list for
one (1) year. The resulting certified eligible list from this recruitment may
be used to fill similar positions of the same classification in this or other
State agencies.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment will involve a rating of your application based on your education, training, and/or experience as it relates to the position's requirements. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please report all relevant experience and education. For education obtained outside the U.S., you will be required to provide proof of equivalent American education, as determined by a Foreign Credential Evaluation Service, at the time of hire.
Please complete the supplemental
questionnaire, if applicable. They will be used when rating applications.
Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must
correspond to the information provided on your completed application to receive
credit. Missing or incomplete supplemental questionnaires may impact the
overall rating of your completed application.
If you are a Veteran applying for this
position, please submit your DD 214 Long Form with your completed application
to receive proper credit.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application process is STRONGLY recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, you may submit a completed paper application and supplemental questionnaire responses via email or fax to the addresses provided below. If using fax or regular mail, ensure each page includes your First and Last Name, the Recruitment Number (located at the top of the posting), and the last four digits of your SS#. Paper application materials must be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date for the recruitment. Applications received after this time, or those with incorrect forms, will not be accepted. Postmarks will not be considered.
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services
OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit
217 E. Redwood Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Attn: Alex Droge-Rhine, Recruitment #26-001038-0002
Fax number 410-333-4188
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
If you
are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about
the online application system, please contact the Maryland Department of Budget
and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.
Should additional information regarding this
recruitment be required, please contact the Maryland Department of Juvenile
Services, Recruitment and Examination Unit at djs.careers@maryland.gov.
Include the Recruitment Title/Number that is located at the top of the
bulletin.
As an equal-opportunity employer, Maryland is
committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective
of the State’s diversity.
DJS values the experience gained by Veterans
while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current
recruitments.
Bilingual applicants and people with
disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.
Candidates with lived experience relating to
the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.
Click on a link below to apply for this position:
| Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. | Apply Online |
| View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. | This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here. |
| Apply via Paper Application. | You may also download and complete the Paper Application here. |



