Food Service Leader

Introduction

Sand Ridge Secure Treatment Center (SRSTC) within the Department of Health Services (DHS) is recruiting to fill multiple full-time Food Service Leader positions in Mauston, WI. The hours for these positions are either 4:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 10:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. and the schedules include working every other weekend. These positions offer a $3,000 sign-on bonus!

SRSTC opened in 2001 and provides care and treatment for several different patient populations. The center houses Wisconsin's Sexually Violent Persons Program, provides care and treatment for persons found not guilty by reasons of mental disease or mental defect, and provides court ordered treatment, testing, and education to patients found not competent to stand trial. SRSTC is a 500-bed treatment facility and is part of the Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS). Watch this video to learn more about the work of DCTS .

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll have access to an amazing benefits package , including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time ; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $47/month for single plans and $117/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Exceptional pension plan with a 7.2% employer match in 2026 with lifetime retirement payment. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High-Deductible Health Savings.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

Position Summary

As a Food Service Leader, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Cooking, preparing, and distributing food to patients.
• Ensuring proper sanitation and safety practices are followed at all times.
• Training patient workers and documenting their performance in their treatment programs.

Salary Information

• The starting rate of pay is $22.63 per hour. A 12-month probationary period is required.
• A $3,000 sign-on bonus applies to those with no prior state service in the last five years; who stay with SRSTC until completing probation. Bonus will be split, $1,500 upon hire and $1,500 after completing probation. Must sign an agreement to remain in the position until completing probation. Employees who do not remain in the position for any reason through the probationary period, must reimburse DHS the sign-on bonus, unless DHS agrees otherwise.
• Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is classified as a Corrections Food Service Leader 2 and is in pay schedule and range 03/12.
  
  

Job Details

• All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by SRSTC or medical personnel approved by the facility after to their start date.
• All applicants who may be appointed will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.
• SRSTC operates under a 24-hour schedule. These positions will work AM or PM shifts with ½ hour unpaid break. Food Service Leader employees must be willing and available to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime when needed including staying for the next shift (up to 16 hours total in one shift) working additional shifts as assigned to maintain facility staffing requirements.
• These positions have physical requirements which may include but are not limited to lifting up to 50 lbs., pushing and pulling loaded food carts, bending, twisting, reaching, kneeling, stooping, standing, sitting and working on feet for extended periods of time. Applicants may be required to pass a physical evaluation to assess these.
• DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire. DHS is not an E-Verify employer nor a STEM-OPT eligible employer.

Qualifications

At a minimum, you'll need the following:

• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime when needed including staying for the next shift (up to 16 hours total in one shift) or working additional shifts as assigned to maintain facility staffing requirements.
• Ability to maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to meet physical requirements listed in job details above.
• Experience with food preparation or service.

It would be great if you also have at least one of the following:

• Experience in a leadership role, including training or mentoring others.
• Experience with food preparation in a large-scale operation (e.g., hospital, institution, correctional facility, etc.)

For a guide on developing your resume and what should be included, click here .

How To Apply

Applying is easy! Click "Apply for Job" to start your application process. Sign into your account or create an account before applying for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application.

Helpful Information:

• Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click "Save" to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline.
• You may want to save a copy of the job posting for referencing after the deadline.
• Please monitor your email for communications related to this position.
• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
• If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs .
• For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions . For questions about the position or for other employment inquiries, please contact Katie in Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans' hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran's Affairs, click here .

You will be required to attach your current resume in a Word or PDF compatible format and answer one or more questions.

Deadline to Apply

The posting will remain open until all positions have been filled

Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is not available after 4:30 PM on the deadline date. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.