Food Service Worker Part Time

TKC Holdings • Brenham, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Worker prepares and serves a variety of food items in a jail or correctional facility, following assigned work instructions, menus, recipes, and department procedures. The position works onsite and reports to a Food Service Director. The posting also describes overseeing inmate labor and team members during food preparation and service, and training other food service workers.

The ideal candidate is passionate about food and service, understands food handling regulations, is eager to learn, works well as part of a team, and adapts quickly and flexibly. Physical demands include lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, walking, and standing for extended periods, including being on one's feet for much of the scheduled shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, walking, and standing for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience.
• Understanding of food handling regulations.
• Passion for food and service, eagerness to learn, teamwork, and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Manage inmate labor and team members in the kitchen during food preparation and service shifts.
• Serve food during planned meal schedules according to department procedures.
• Use kitchen utensils and equipment to cook food according to recipes.
• Use appropriate utensils to serve menued portions that meet clients' nutritional needs.
• Train other food service workers.
• Promote a healthy and safe work environment for employees and inmates.
• Perform other responsibilities as determined by the company's needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• DailyPay access to earned wages.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid training.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Voluntary benefits, including short-term disability, long-term disability, critical illness, and accident coverage.
• $250 bonus for completing the Rookie’s Fast Track Program within the first 60 days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED