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FOOD SERVICES ASSISTANT MANAGER (UMP)

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Date:  May 4, 2026
Location: 

Park Forest, IL, US, 60466

Job Requisition ID:  55636

Job Requisition ID: 55636 

Opening Date: 05/07/2026
Closing Date: 05/20/2026
​Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: DIETARY MANAGER I - 12501 
Skill Option: UMP DHS - Food Service Sanitation Manager Certificate (FSSMC) / Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: (Eff 7/1/26) $5,572-$7,898/month ($66,864-$94,776/year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: 

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This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

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All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

 

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Why Work for Illinois?

 

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

 

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Dietary Manager I for the Ludeman Developmental Center located in Park Forest, Illinois to serve as Food Services Assistant Manager, administering food service operations. Plans facility menus according to rules, regulations and special/modified diets. Coordinates food production and preparation of regular and modified diets. Services as working supervisor.

Essential Functions

  • Serves as Assistant Manager of Food Services of a comprehensive seven day a week food service/dietary program.
  • Serves as working supervisor.
  • Monitors staff in the implementation and maintenance of proper health, sanitation, and safety standards in food service areas.
  • Plans, guides, and directs the menu preparation and modification processes, verifying that menu variety exists to sufficiently meet the clinical needs of individuals.
  • Inspects kitchen equipment to ensure it is in good operating condition.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of four (4) years of college with courses in dietetics.
  • Requires one (1) year of professional experience in a large-scale food service program.
  • *Requires possession of a Food Service Sanitation Manager Certificate (FSSMC) issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health or requires possession of a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification from a program accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Conference for Food Protection (CFP).

*This requirement is set forth in the Food Handling Regulation Enforcement Act (410 ILCS 625/3).

*Qualifying state employees in the employee Upward Mobility Program, may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training program leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated requirements for this class. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Two (2) years of professional experience in dietetics and food services management including nutritional values, costs and accounting for a public or private organization.
  • Two (2) years of professional experience using modern methods, materials and appliances used in large scale food preparation and service for a public or private organization.
  • Two (2) years of professional experience working with health and sanitary requirements applicable to a large-scale food service.
  • Two (2) years of professional experience planning and directing the preparation of modified diets and menus for a public or private organization.
  • Two (2) years of professional experience directing subordinates in the planning, preparing, and serving general and special diets and other food services.
  • Two (2) years of experience communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays. 
  • Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
  • Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties.
  • Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
  • Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law

*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 5:45am - 2:15pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch

Headquarter Location: 114 N Orchard Dr, Park Forest, Illinois, 60466

Division of Developmental Disabilities

Ludeman Developmental Center

Dietary Services

Work County: Cook

Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov

Posting Group: Health Services; Social Services

 

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois.  Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives.  Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois.  Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.

 

As a State of Illinois employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

  • A Pension Program
  • Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
  • 12 Paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
  • 10-25 days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
    • Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard work schedules (as applicable)
  • 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
  • Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
  • 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
  • Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
  • Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
  • GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
  • 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
  • Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html

 

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Title Descriptions. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employee must apply internally and upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.  If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.

 

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:


Nearest Major Market: Chicago

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