CPT Food Service Director Jobs
Food Service Director roles in healthcare, university dining, and contract foodservice companies frequently qualify for CPT when your program has a hospitality, nutrition, or food systems management curriculum. Your DSO must confirm the position directly supports your degree requirements before you begin work, so bring a detailed job description to the CPT authorization meeting.
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SALARY $17.20 per hour
APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT JOB CORPS STUDENT
Description
Reports to the food services supervisor or designee. Assists the cooks and cook helpers in preparation of student meals in compliance with government and management directives.
Essential Functions:
- Perform clean‑up and sanitation duties in the food preparation, storage and dish room areas to ensure adequate health standards at all times.
- Provide adequate supply of food and transfer merchandise ingredients to cooking area as instructed by the cook or designee.
- Student snack bar, clean outside area and other duties as assigned in the Admin Building.
Must be reliable and willing to work mornings or evenings and some weekends.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Must be a completer and ready for work-based learning.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must be a current Job Corps Center Student currently enrolled in the Culinary Arts program, preferred.
- Qualified students will, at a minimum, have their student card.
Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.
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Does a Food Service Director role qualify for CPT authorization?
It depends on how your academic program is structured. If your degree is in hospitality management, food systems, nutrition services administration, or a related field, and the position involves responsibilities your program's curriculum directly covers, your DSO can authorize CPT. You'll need a detailed job description that maps to specific course requirements, not just a general management title.
Can I work as a Food Service Director on CPT while still completing coursework?
Yes, as long as your school offers a co-op, practicum, or internship course you're concurrently enrolled in. Part-time CPT allows you to maintain a full course load and work up to 20 hours per week. Full-time CPT is typically reserved for final-semester capstone placements or programs where the work experience replaces in-class credit hours.
How do I find Food Service Director employers who will support CPT documentation?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Food Service Director postings by employers with verified work authorization filing history, which helps you identify organizations already familiar with F-1 employment requirements. Healthcare systems, university dining programs, and national contract foodservice companies tend to have dedicated HR contacts who handle CPT paperwork routinely, reducing the risk of a delayed start.
What documents does my employer need to process CPT for this role?
Your employer doesn't file anything with USCIS for CPT. CPT is authorized entirely by your DSO and recorded on your I-20. What the employer needs from you is a valid I-20 with CPT authorization printed on it, showing the employer name, authorized dates, and whether it's full-time or part-time. Some employers, especially in healthcare, will also request a copy of your F-1 visa and I-94 for their I-9 records.
What happens to my CPT authorization if the employer changes my job duties significantly after I start?
If your day-to-day responsibilities shift materially from the role your DSO authorized, your CPT may no longer cover the work you're actually doing. You'd need to return to your DSO with an updated job description and request a revised CPT authorization. Working outside the scope of your authorized CPT position puts your F-1 status at risk, so flag any major role changes to your DSO promptly.