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Food Service Supervisor 2026-01994
State of Wyoming —Lander, WY
- $29.76 - $33.06 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
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Food Service Supervisor 2026-01994

State of Wyoming -
Lander, WY

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Job Details

Full-time
$29.76 - $33.06 an hour
7 days ago

Benefits

Wellness program
Health savings account
457(b)
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Loan forgiveness
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Computer literacy
Truck delivery (delivery method)
Driver's License
Food delivery

Full Job Description

Salary

$29.76 - $33.06 Hourly

Location

Lander, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-01994

Department

Department Of Health

Division

Life Resource Center

Opening Date

08/10/2026

Closing Date

10/30/2026 4:00 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

ISFS08

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Oversee, train, and supervise food services staff to assure quality large-scale food production. Assist in food planning, preparation, and delivery.

As part of the State of Wyoming Department of Health, we offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, including health/dental/vision, life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, state retirement plan, deferred compensation program, and longevity pay, along with the ability to make a difference in the lives of others!
Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary?

Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resource Contact: Tammy / 307-335-6784 / [email protected]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

Train, direct, coach, supervise, and evaluate the work performance of subordinate staff.
Prepare schedules for food services staff.
Assist in the implementation of menu cycles, including grocery lists, charting, master production, ordering, menus, and recipe development.
Prepare nutritious menus and specialty diets.
Assure food production goals are met daily.
Assist with the preparation and delivery of meals, snacks, and food for special events.
Ensure proper delivery of food to the correct resident living areas, including therapeutic diets and altered diet textures.
Respond to daily changes in scheduling and production to ensure safe food according to the menu and diet orders.
Communicate and coordinate with other departments to achieve Nutrition Center involvement with special food activities.
Assist in the proper receiving, storing, and maintenance of food and equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preferences may be given to applicants with two or more years of experience working as a supervisor in a large food services kitchen.

KNOWLEDGE:

Ability to organize daily work and materials for food preparation to serve a large number of people.
Knowledge of methods and techniques to assure safe food production and compliance with therapeutic diet orders.
Ability to gauge recipes for the appropriate number of servings required.
Ability to use a computer to accomplish communication and work tasks.
Ability to perform duties in all areas of the food service kitchen.
Ability to safely lift and move heavy objects (requires twisting, bending, lifting, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling).
Safely use stoves, ovens, dishwashers, slicers, mixers, and other kitchen equipment as would be expected in a large food service kitchen.
Safely work near very hot objects and in very cold locations.
Ability to lead, direct, and supervise people and develop a team.
Ability to work with and around WLRC residents, including those who may display challenging behaviors.
Must pass ServSafe training.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience Substitution:

2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Food Service) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Food Service Supervisor

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Food Services)

Experience:

0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Food Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Food Services Assistant

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Ability to stand for a full shift and safely lift and move heavy objects (requires walking, standing, twisting, bending, lifting, stooping, kneeling, pushing, and pulling).
Ability to safely use industrial-size kitchen equipment (stoves, ovens, dishwashers, slicers, mixers, etc.).
Ability to safely work near very hot objects and in very cold locations.
Must have a valid driver's license and be able to drive a food delivery truck.

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-Exempt
A background check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing may be conducted on safety-sensitive positions. Drug testing may be conducted on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
The Wyoming Life Resource Center participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.
The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/vision insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, a state retirement plan, a deferred compensation program, and longevity pay.

Supplemental Information

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

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