Food Service Worker

TKC Holdings•Whiteville, TN

6d•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 role uses food-preparation utensils and equipment and may involve overseeing inmate labor and team members during food preparation and service. The position reports to a Food Service Director and is performed onsite inside a correctional facility. The ideal candidate is passionate about food and service, understands food-handling regulations, is eager to learn, works well with a team, adapts quickly to change, and is flexible. The role requires standing and being on your feet for much of the scheduled shift, along with lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, and walking.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience.

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 menu 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 business 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.