Food Services Specialist 2026-01291

State of Wyoming•Lusk, WY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wyoming Department of Corrections, Wyoming Women’s Center, is seeking a Food Service Specialist. This position assists the Food Service Supervisor by providing direction, instruction, and training to inmate food service workers in the preparation, service, and storage of food commodities in accordance with institutional menus and USDA food service standards. The culture within the cafeteria is centered on creativity, quality, and excitement. The WWC cafeteria is known for outstanding food and service, and we are seeking applicants who are motivated to help continue that tradition. This is a full-time position with benefits, scheduled at 40 hours per week. As part of the Wyoming Department of Corrections, you will play a vital role in supporting public safety through the safe, secure, and humane management of offenders, while helping provide opportunities for successful reintegration into society. Established in 1981, the Wyoming Women’s Center serves as the primary education and treatment center for female inmates within the WDOC system. The facility provides programming, vocational opportunities, recreational activities, and educational services designed to support the WDOC mission of reducing recidivism through cognitive and behavioral intervention.

Requirements

Knowledge of food safety practices, handling, temperature control, etc.
Knowledge of basic employee supervision methods.
Knowledge of meal preparation and quantity/quality controls
Knowledge of procurement, receiving, and storage methods.
Knowledge of State and Federal laws governing food preparation
Knowledge of handling, storage, and sanitation.
Skill in written and oral communications.
2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Food Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Food Services Assistant
Associate's Degree (typically in Culinary Arts)
0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Food Services) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Food Services Assistant

Nice To Haves

Correctional food service experience

Responsibilities

With the assistance of the Food Services Assistant, directs, coordinates, prepares, and supervises the preparation of food for meals within the guidelines of the menu, dietary requirements, and the standards of appearance, taste, temperature, and sanitation.
Trains workers in safety and sanitation.
Prepares all religious and medically necessary diets and substitutions as needed.
Directs the portioning and serving of all meals.
Oversees the distribution of bulk food and pre-plated meals.
Ensures that health guidelines are met in the daily preparation of food.
Manages inventory and reviews all items daily.
Completes daily inventories of knives, controlled food items, and tools.
Observes and records food, refrigerator, and freezer temperatures.