Food Service Worker
TKC Holdings•Lexington, SC
•Onsite
About The Position
The Food Service Worker prepares and serves a variety of food items in a correctional setting, following assigned work instructions and menus. The position is located onsite inside a jail or correctional facility and reports to a Food Service Director. The role involves preparing food, serving meals, maintaining a clean and food-safe workstation, and performing routine kitchen tasks. The position requires standing for much of the shift and includes lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, and walking.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and/or equivalent experience.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Ability 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 learn.
- Ability to work as a team member, adapt quickly to changes, and be flexible.
Responsibilities
- Prepare food and assist team members in preparing quality food according to planned menus, recipes, work instructions, and required timing.
- Clean and maintain a neat, food-safe workstation, including cleaning as work progresses, pulling trash, sweeping, and mopping.
- 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.
- 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.
- $1,000 new-hire bonus.
- $250 bonus for completing the Rookie’s Fast Track Program within the first 60 days.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
