Corrections Food Service Instructor - SCI Dallas

Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaLuzerne County, PA
Onsite

About The Position

Become a Corrections Food Service Instructor with the Department of Corrections (DOC) at State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Dallas and make a difference through hands-on training. This job gives you the chance to teach important food service techniques while supporting safe and efficient kitchen work. You will help inmates learn skills that promote responsibility and structure. Step into a role where your guidance supports both operations and personal growth.

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 food preparation, baking, cooking, and service methods
  • Ensure tools, equipment, and work areas meet safety and sanitation standards
  • Receive, store, and organize food and supplies using first-in, first-out procedures
  • Review inmate assignments, evaluate performance, and maintain worker records
  • Inspect food service areas and adjust recipes based on census and menu data

Benefits

  • Full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
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