Corrections Food Service Instructor - SCI Mahanoy
About The Position
This position leads inmate workers and supports daily food service activities within SCI Mahanoy. The primary focus of this role is to ensure that meals are prepared correctly, work areas remain safe, and training opportunities support vocational growth. As a Corrections Food Service Instructor, you will perform the following duties: Food Preparation: Teach inmates proper techniques for preparing, cooking, and serving meals according to recipes Kitchen Inspection: Check food, equipment, and work areas for safety and sanitation compliance Inventory Handling: Receive, store, and manage food supplies using first-in, first-out procedures Work Assignment: Plan tasks, evaluate inmate performance, and maintain accurate work records Safety Oversight: Maintain care, custody, and control of inmates during kitchen operations Meal Planning: Review census and menu information to adjust recipes and reduce waste.
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.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
Responsibilities
- Teach inmates proper techniques for preparing, cooking, and serving meals according to recipes
- Check food, equipment, and work areas for safety and sanitation compliance
- Receive, store, and manage food supplies using first-in, first-out procedures
- Plan tasks, evaluate inmate performance, and maintain accurate work records
- Maintain care, custody, and control of inmates during kitchen operations
- Review census and menu information to adjust recipes and reduce waste
Benefits
- Eligible for 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
