Correctional Food Service Officer (Eastern CI)

State of North Carolina

6d•$35,984 - $62,971•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 CFSO 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 CFSO 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 CFSO III)

Responsibilities

Supervise and instruct offenders in food preparation, serving, and cleanup activities according to established menus and schedules.
Monitor compliance with sanitation, safety, and security standards in all food service areas.
Maintain strict control of tools, equipment, and offender movement to ensure facility security.
Inspect food items and supplies for quality and quantity; report shortages or discrepancies promptly.
Operate and maintain kitchen equipment and ensure preventive maintenance is completed.
Complete required documentation, including production records, temperature logs, and inventory reports.
Coordinate timely meal service and distribution to designated housing units.
Respond to emergencies or security incidents in food service areas following established procedures.
Train and oversee offender work crews to ensure adherence to food service standards.
Assist with ordering, receiving, and storing food and supplies in compliance with inventory control procedures.