Food Service Worker

TKC Holdings • Sainte Genevieve, MO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Worker prepares and serves a variety of food items according to assigned work instructions, menus, recipes, and department procedures in a jail or correctional facility. The position is onsite and reports to a Food Service Director. Available schedules are 4:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The worker must be available to work some weekends and holidays.

The role includes preparing food, serving meals, using kitchen utensils and equipment, and maintaining a clean and food-safe workstation. It also involves routine kitchen tasks such as pulling trash, sweeping, and mopping. The job requires standing and being on one's feet for much of the shift, along with lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, and walking.

Trinity Services Group describes its workplace as offering training, a career path, and opportunities for advancement. The posting advertises a $250 bonus for completing the Rookie’s Fast Track Program within the first 60 days and also mentions a $1,000 bonus.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and/or equivalent experience.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be available to work some weekends and holidays.
• Able to lift, bend, push, kneel, walk, and stand for extended periods, including being on one's feet for much of the scheduled shift.

Nice To Haves

• Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience.
• Passion for food and service.
• Understanding of food handling regulations.
• Desire to continue learning.
• Ability to work as a team member, adapt quickly to changes, and be flexible.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food and assist team members in preparing quality foods according to planned menus, recipes, and work instructions, promptly.
• Serve food during planned meal schedules and according to department procedures.
• Use kitchen utensils and equipment to cook food according to recipes.
• Follow food safety regulations for sanitation, food handling, and storage.
• Perform routine kitchen tasks while remaining organized and maintaining cleanliness.
• Clean and maintain a neat, food-safe workstation, including pulling trash, sweeping, and mopping.
• Carry out 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.
• $1,000 bonus.

What This Job Offers

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