Food Service Worker - Lincoln Area
About The Position
The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) is seeking dependable, motivated individuals to join our food service team as entry-level Food Service Workers at the Reception and Treatment Center or the Nebraska State Penitentiary. Information about the Department can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at [email protected]. Hiring range is $18.071-$26.639/hour . Pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints, if approved. Shift differential may also apply. 13 paid holidays Vacation and sick leave (24 days your first year, accruing immediately) Military leave 156% state-matched retirement Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program 79% employer paid health insurance plans Dental and vision insurance plans Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy Uniforms provided Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal government Wide variety and availability of career advancement Meaningful public service -- service with a purpose! Numerous training and development opportunities
Requirements
- Coursework, training and/or experience in food preparation, baking and/or kitchen operations in the food service industry or related field.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test.
- Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.
Nice To Haves
- ServSafe or Food Handlers certification (current or previous).
Responsibilities
- Train and manage inmates in the preparation and serving of food.
- Coordinate sanitation, safety and food storage.
- Manage inventory by recording and reporting food purchases and consumption.
- Duties include prolonged standing and walking.
- Overtime, voluntary and mandatory, includes weekends, holidays and double shifts.
Benefits
- 13 paid holidays
- Vacation and sick leave (24 days your first year, accruing immediately)
- Military leave
- 156% state-matched retirement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- 79% employer paid health insurance plans
- Dental and vision insurance plans
- Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
- Uniforms provided
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal government
- Wide variety and availability of career advancement
- Meaningful public service -- service with a purpose!
- Numerous training and development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
