Corrections Food Service Coordinator (Tillamook) Temporary or Job Rotation Opportunity

State of Oregon

90d • $5,104 - $6,112

About The Position

As a Corrections Food Service Coordinator at South Fork Forest Camp, you will manage daily food operations within a correctional facility, ensuring meals are prepared safely, served on time, and meet nutritional standards. This temporary position is anticipated to last 6 months, with the possibility of extension or reduction based on business needs. You will coordinate, instruct, and lead adults in custody (AICs) who participate in food service work programs, helping them gain valuable skills for the future.

Requirements

• A High school diploma, GED certificate, or other proof of education completion at same or higher level.
• One (1) year of experience in a commercial food service facility, full-service restaurant, or other food preparing type establishment; OR an associate's degree in Food Service Management, Foods and Hospitality Service, or a directly-related field.
• Must obtain a Food Handlers Permit within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Team/Crew management of up to 20 or more individuals.
• Experience managing, supervising, and/or leading a kitchen (restaurant, school cafeteria, military dining, government or private food establishment, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience cooking a variety of foods (i.e. vegetables, desserts, breads, main entrees, etc.).
• Knowledge of progressive cooking to minimize food waste of cook-to-serve foods.
• Knowledge of food temperature safety zones.
• Knowledge to instruct work crews in proper procedures for maintaining a high degree of sanitation in the work area.
• Maintaining order while keeping a positive work environment.
• ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates, assigns, and supervises AIC work crews; enforces rules, procedures, and security.
• Provides training and evaluates performance of AICs; maintains discipline and cleanliness.
• Conducts searches for contraband; monitors timecards and work area conditions.
• Leads AICs in preparing and cooking meals per menus and recipes; operates commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ensures proper portioning and quality of meals; may assist with special diets and suggest menu changes.
• Plans cooking schedules and minimizes food waste.
• Oversees AICs in maintaining kitchen cleanliness and hygiene; ensures proper food storage and equipment sanitation.
• Manages dishwashing temperatures and supply rotation.
• Performs inventory checks; requests supplies; verifies deliveries.
• Maintains records on food prepared and served, leftover quantities, inventory, and AIC work hours.

Benefits

• Family health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays.
• 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components.
• Optional short and long-term disability.
• Term life insurance.
• Fully paid retirement program.
• Oregon Saving Growth Plan.
• Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees