Food Service Worker

Trinity Services Group • Leavenworth, KS

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Worker prepares and serves a variety of food items according to assigned work instructions and menus, using food preparation utensils and machines. The position is onsite inside a jail or correctional facility and reports to a Food Service Director. The role involves working with inmate labor and/or team members during kitchen food-preparation and service shifts, assisting with food preparation, and following facility housekeeping and safety practices. Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Passion for food and service.
• Understanding of food-handling regulations.
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changes and be flexible.

Nice To Haves

• Prior institutional food-service, restaurant, or cafeteria experience is a plus but is not necessary.
• ServSafe Food Handler certification is preferred; the company provides training and offers an additional $0.25 per hour for certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage inmate labor and/or team members in the kitchen during food-preparation and food-service shifts.
• Assist inmate labor and/or team members in preparing food according to departmental production standards, standardized recipes, and work instructions.
• Follow assigned facility housekeeping and safety practices during meal preparation, oversight, and service.
• Prepare and serve a variety of food items according to assigned menus and work instructions.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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