Food Service Worker
About The Position
The Food Service Supervisor oversees inmate labor and team members assisting with food service operations in a correctional facility. The position also prepares and serves a variety of food items according to assigned work instructions and menus, using food preparation utensils and machines. The role reports to a Food Service Director and is performed onsite inside a jail or correctional facility. The posting lists compensation of $15.00 per hour and a $500 new-hire bonus. The ideal candidate is passionate about food and service, understands food-handling regulations, wants to keep learning, works well as a team member, adapts quickly to changes, and is flexible. The role includes physical activity such as lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, walking, and standing for extended periods.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Understanding of food-handling regulations.
- Ability to stand and be on one’s feet for much of the scheduled shift.
- Ability to perform physical activities including lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, walking, and standing for extended periods.
Nice To Haves
- Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience.
- Passion for food and service.
- Desire to continue learning.
- Ability to work as a team member, adapt quickly to changes, and be flexible.
Responsibilities
- Manage inmate labor and team members in the kitchen during food preparation and food service shifts.
- Serve food during planned meal schedules and 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 operational 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.
- $500 new-hire bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
