Correctional Food Service Officer (Franklin)

State of North Carolina • Warwick, NC

1d • $35,596 - $62,294 • Onsite

About The Position

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Correctional Food Service Officers (CFSO). This role offers a rewarding career path in public safety and food service management within a secure correctional environment. Employees in this position play a vital role in ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant meal preparation and delivery for the offender population while maintaining security and sanitation standards.

Requirements

• Meet Criminal Justice Standards requirements (12 NCAC 09G .0302)
• Pass a criminal background check
• Produce a negative drug screening result
• Successfully complete medical and psychological evaluations
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one year of experience in institutional food preparation and food services, in management of a commercial food service operations, as a Correctional Officer OR An equivalent combination of education and experience (for Trainee and Officer I)
• High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of experience in institutional food preparation and food services, in management of a commercial food service operations, or as a Correctional Officer OR An equivalent combination of education and experience (for Officer II)
• High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of experience in institutional food preparation and food services, in management of a commercial food service operations, or as a Correctional Officer OR An equivalent combination of education and experience (for Officer III)

Responsibilities

• Supervise and instruct offenders in food preparation, serving, and cleanup activities according to established menus and schedules.
• Inspect food items and supplies for quality and quantity; report shortages or discrepancies promptly.
• Complete required documentation, including production records, temperature logs, and inventory reports.
• Coordinate timely meal service and distribution to designated housing units.
• Assist with ordering, receiving, and storing food and supplies in compliance with inventory control procedures.

Benefits

• Sign on Bonus
• Referral bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED