Corrections Food Service Instructor - SCI Forest

Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaForest County, PA
Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Corrections is seeking an energetic Corrections Food Service Instructor at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Forest who is ready to lead, teach, and make a difference. In this position, you will train inmate workers in food preparation, service, and sanitation. Your work will help keep meal operations running smoothly and safely. This role offers a rewarding chance to encourage growth and responsibility—apply today!

Requirements

  • Two years of experience in food preparation, production, or service of a variety of complete meal menus in an institutional food service operation, food catering service, restaurant, or in a similar large-scale food production operation; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
  • Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
  • Must be able to perform essential job functions.
  • Must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Leads inmate workers in daily food service tasks and ensures that meals are prepared safely, properly, and on schedule.
  • Teaches inmates how to prepare, cook, and serve meals according to recipes.
  • Instructs proper cleaning, equipment use, and safe food handling practices.
  • Inspects work areas, tools, and food items to ensure sanitation and safety standards are met.
  • Receives, stores, and rotates food and supplies using first-in first-out procedures.
  • Plans, assigns, and reviews inmate work tasks and maintains performance records.

Benefits

  • Full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
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