Introduction The Department of Health Services (DHS),
Mendota Mental Health Institute (MMHI) in Madison, WI is currently recruiting for a Food Service Manager.
This is a re-announcement. If you previously applied, you won't need to reapply.
MMHI is located on the north side of Madison and offers a beautiful campus environment, convenient free parking and an onsite workout facility. MMHI is an inpatient psychiatric facility, with one outpatient program, specializing in serving patients with complex psychiatric conditions, often combined with certain problem behaviors. A secure setting to meet the legal and behavioral needs of our patients is provided. MMHI is an integral part of the entire Wisconsin mental health service delivery system.
As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package , including:
- 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time.
- Top rated health plan options starting at $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
- Premium pension plan with a 6.95% employer match in 2025. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package.
- Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High Deductible Health Savings.
- Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
- A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer
Work hours will be primarily from 8:30am to 5:00pm however you will also be the first fill in for the 5:00am to 1:30pm shift when that individual is off. In addition, you will work:
- One early weekend shift from 5:00am to 1:00pm per month.
- One late weekend shift from 10:45am to 6:45pm per month.
Position Summary As the Food Service Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating functions of the Food and Nutrition Services Department. Duties include:
- providing managerial, supervisory and liaison services in the department and with other departments as required
- maintaining high standards of sanitation, safety, and good housekeeping.
Salary Information Pay for this position is between $28.50 and $32.01 per hour (approximately $59,200 and $66,500 per year), depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. A 12-month probationary period is required.
Pay for current or former state employees is set based upon the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is in pay schedule/range 81/04.
An add-on of $1.00 per hour may be paid for bilingual skills in Spanish.
Job Details All applicants will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any convictions may be related to the job being filled.
All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by the facility or medical personnel directed by the facility within 30 days of the start date.
DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.
Qualifications Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:
- Experience performing daily operational duties in food service in a cafeteria setting or other high volume food service setting (e.g., serving food, following proper food handling safety and sanitation practices, completing food production sheets, food ordering, etc.).
- Experience serving in a supervisor or leadership role in food service (e.g., scheduling, training, mentoring, coaching, evaluating performance, disciplining, etc.).
- Experience providing customer service in a food service role.
Well-qualified candidates will also have one or more of the following:
- Experience working with computer programs related to food service operations (e.g., nutrition analysis, menu preparation, diet orders, etc.).
- Experience with food purchasing, quality control, and inventory control.
- Experience or education with food production and service for specialized/therapeutic diets in a healthcare setting.
- Bilingual in Spanish. If applicable, the selected candidate will be required to complete a language assessment in order to receive the add-on pay described above.
Your letter of qualifications is limited to one (1) page. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here
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Helpful Information:
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- Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above.
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- Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
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- For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions . For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Allyvia Vang in Human Resources at .
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DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans' hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran's Affairs, click here .
Deadline to Apply The deadline to apply is 04/18/25 at 11:59pm. Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am - 4:30 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.