Food Service Worker
About The Position
The position is located onsite in a jail or correctional facility and involves close contact and interaction with inmates. The role prepares and serves a variety of food items according to assigned work instructions, menus, recipes, and department procedures, using food preparation utensils and equipment. The schedule requires availability for any shift between 3 a.m. and 9 p.m. The posting states that the position reports to a Food Service Director. It also describes overseeing inmate labor and team members assisting with food service operations, training food service workers, and supporting a healthy and safe work environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Ability to work any shift between 3 a.m. and 9 p.m.
- Ability to lift, bend, push, kneel, walk, and stand for extended periods, including being on one's feet for much of the scheduled shift.
- Passion for food and service.
- Understanding of food handling regulations.
- Desire to continue learning.
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Ability to adapt quickly to changes.
- Flexibility.
Nice To Haves
- Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience.
Responsibilities
- Manage inmate labor and team members in the kitchen during food preparation and service shifts.
- Serve food during planned meal schedules and according to department procedures.
- Prepare and cook food according to recipes using kitchen utensils and equipment.
- Serve menued portions with proper utensils to 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 business 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
- $500 bonus for new hires
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
