Corrections Food Service Coordinator (Ontario) Temporary/Job Rotation opportunities - Multiple Positions Available!
About The Position
The Oregon Department of Corrections is seeking two Corrections Food Service Coordinators for temporary/job rotation opportunities at the Snake River Correctional Institution in Ontario, Oregon. These assignments are estimated to last 6 months with the possibility of extension. The role involves managing daily food operations within a correctional facility, ensuring meals are prepared safely, served on time, and meet nutritional standards. The coordinator will also lead adults in custody (AICs) who participate in food service work programs, helping them gain valuable skills. This position requires willingness to work in a secure institutional setting and enforce security protocols.
Requirements
- A High school diploma, GED certificate, or other proof of education completion at same or higher level AND 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.
- Current State employees will be required to attach a supervisor’s authorization to apply.
- Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
- Ability to follow all security operational procedures.
- Basic computer skills.
Nice To Haves
- Team/Crew management of up to 30 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 (yeast and quick types) 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 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; 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; 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; may assist with food ordering; directs unloading and storage of supplies.
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
