Kitchen Worker

TKC Holdings•Sandpoint, ID
•Onsite

About The Position

The posting is titled Kitchen Worker, but the position description identifies the role as a Food Service Supervisor. This position oversees inmate labor and team members supporting food service operations in a correctional facility. The role also prepares and serves a variety of foods according to assigned instructions and menus, using food-preparation utensils and equipment. 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 with a team, adapts quickly to change, and is flexible. The employer offers training and career advancement opportunities, as well as a $250 bonus for completing the Rookie’s Fast Track Program within the first 60 days. DailyPay provides access to earned wages.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • At least 18 years of age.
  • Ability to meet the physical demands of lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, walking, and standing for extended periods.

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, 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 cook food according to recipes.
  • Use appropriate utensils to 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 business 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.
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