Food Service Worker

Trinity Services Group • Town of Herkimer, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This position works onsite at the Herkimer County Correctional Facility, a jail/correctional facility. The posting describes overseeing inmate labor and team members assisting with food service operations, while preparing and serving food according to assigned instructions and menus. The role uses food-preparation utensils and equipment and reports to a Food Service Director.

The position involves working during kitchen food-preparation and meal-service shifts, supporting a safe and healthy work environment, and training other food service workers. The work requires standing for much of the scheduled shift and may involve lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, and walking.

The hourly wage is $18.00. The company offers training and career advancement opportunities, and a $250 bonus for completing its Rookie’s Fast Track Program within the first 60 days. DailyPay provides access to earned wages.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to perform physical activities including lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, and walking.
• Ability to stand and be on one's feet for much of the scheduled shift.

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 and according to department procedures.
• Use kitchen utensils and equipment to prepare 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 the employer’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: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED