Corrections Food Service Instructor - SCI Forest
About The Position
The Corrections Food Service Instructor with the Department of Corrections offers a meaningful way to support inmates as they build skills for the future. This role allows you to share your knowledge, grow your leadership abilities, and contribute to the daily operations of the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Forest. This position supports the food service operations inside SCI Forest by teaching inmates the skills needed to work safely and effectively in a kitchen. It plays an essential role in maintaining daily meal preparation and guiding inmates in productive vocational learning.
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
- Teach inmates how to prepare, cook, and serve meals according to safe and sanitary standards
- Inspect kitchen areas and equipment to ensure full compliance with food service rules
- Manage food orders, storage practices, and recipe adjustments based on census and menu data
- Plan inmate work assignments, evaluate performance, and maintain required records
- Recycle leftover food, maintain equipment, and assist with any additional food service tasks
Benefits
- Full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
