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Food Service Worker

TKC Holdings•Natchez, MS
•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 is onsite inside a jail or correctional facility and reports to a Food Service Director. Responsibilities include managing inmate labor and/or team members during kitchen food-preparation and service shifts, assisting with food preparation according to production standards, standardized recipes, and work instructions, and following facility housekeeping and safety practices. Other responsibilities may be assigned based on the employer’s needs.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • At least 18 years of age.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • 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.
  • ServSafe® Food Handler certification; the employer provides training and offers an additional $0.25 per hour for certification.
  • Passion for food and service and a desire to continue learning.

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 production standards, standardized recipes, and work instructions.
  • Follow assigned facility housekeeping and safety practices while preparing, overseeing, and serving meals in a correctional facility.
  • Prepare and serve food items according to assigned work instructions and menus, using food preparation utensils and machines.
  • 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, dental, and 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.
  • Additional $0.25 per hour for ServSafe® Food Handler certification.

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