Food Service Worker

TKC Holdings • Leavenworth, KS

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 role works onsite inside a jail or correctional facility and reports to a Food Service Director. The position involves supporting food preparation and service while following departmental production standards, standardized recipes, facility housekeeping practices, and safety procedures. The posting describes the role as offering training and career advancement opportunities.

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.
• Understanding of food-handling regulations.
• Ability to work as a team member, adapt quickly to changes, and be flexible.

Nice To Haves

• Prior institutional food service, restaurant, or cafeteria experience is preferred but not required.
• ServSafe® Food Handler certification is preferred; 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 a variety of food items according to departmental work production standards, standardized recipes, and work instructions.
• Follow assigned facility housekeeping and safety practices when preparing, overseeing, and serving meals in a correctional facility.
• Perform 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.

What This Job Offers

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