Food Service Worker
About The Position
The Food Service Supervisor oversees inmate labor and team members assisting with food service operations in a correctional facility. The role also prepares and serves a variety of food items by following assigned work instructions and menus, and uses food preparation utensils and machines. The position reports to a Food Service Director and is performed onsite inside a jail or correctional facility. The ideal candidate is passionate about food and service, understands food handling regulations, is eager to learn, works well as a team member, and adapts quickly and flexibly to changes. The schedule is four days on and three days off, working 10-hour shifts from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Ability to meet physical demands including lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, walking, and standing for extended periods.
Nice To Haves
- Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience.
- Understanding of food handling regulations.
- Passion for food and service, willingness to learn, teamwork, adaptability, and flexibility.
Responsibilities
- Manage inmate labor and team members in the kitchen during food preparation and food service shifts.
- Serve food during planned meal schedules and according to department procedures.
- Use kitchen utensils and equipment to prepare food according to recipes and serve menu portions that 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 the employer’s needs.
Benefits
- $250 bonus for completing the Rookie’s Fast Track Program within the first 60 days.
- DailyPay access to earned wages.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
