Food Service Worker

TKC Holdings • Appleton, MN

7d • 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 works onsite inside a jail or correctional facility and reports to a Food Service Director. The worker helps oversee inmate labor and/or team members during kitchen preparation and service shifts, supports food preparation, and follows facility housekeeping and safety practices. The posting also describes paid training, career advancement opportunities, a $250 bonus for completing the Rookie’s Fast Track Program within the first 60 days, and DailyPay access to earned wages.

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 of time.
• Passion for food and service.
• Understanding of food-handling regulations.
• Willingness to learn, work as a team member, and adapt quickly to changes.

Nice To Haves

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

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 facility housekeeping and safety practices when preparing, overseeing, and serving meals.
• 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.
• 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED