Food Service Worker

Wage Rate: $24.00/hour. Overview The Food Service Supervisor is responsible for supervising inmate labor and team members assisting with the food service operation in a correctional facility. This includes preparing and serving a variety of food items, ensuring food safety and sanitation, training staff, maintaining a clean work environment, and following facility policies and meal schedules. Qualifications Desired qualities and skills: Passionate about food and service Solid understanding of food handling regulations Desire to continuously learn Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to multi‑task and adapt quickly Dependable and flexible Essential Functions/Core Responsibilities Supervise inmate labor and/or team members in the kitchen during food prep and food service shifts in the kitchen. Prepare, assist, or instruct inmate labor and/or team members in the preparation of quality foods according to the planned menu, recipes, and work instructions in a timely manner. Ensure that all food is stored properly and in sanitary manner. Serve food during planned meal schedules and according to department policies and procedures. Utilize kitchen utensils/equipment to cook, prepare and serve food according to recipes. Use proper utensils to serve menu portions and as appropriate to meet clients’ nutritional needs. Follow all food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage. Train other food service workers. Maintain a clean work area/environment that includes cleaning of refrigerators and/or freezers, cooking equipment and serving equipment. Follow facility uniform policy. Keep up with garbage collection and keep kitchen floors clean from excess food/trash. Ensure kitchen is kept clean and that the environment is ready for food prep/serving including sweeping, mopping and dishwashing. Proper portions and utensils are being reviewed for service. Promote a healthy and safe work environment for other employees/inmates. This role includes physical demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, walking, and standing for extended periods of time. Be able to stand and be on your feet for much of the scheduled shift. Perform other related duties as assigned. What You’ll Need Required: High school diploma or equivalent; must be at least 18 years old. Valid driver’s license. Preferred: Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience is plus, but not necessary. Benefits Medical coverage with prescription drugs. Benefit credit of $750 annually, paid via paychecks. Dental and vision coverage. Basic life and Basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Voluntary benefits (e.g., short‑term and long‑term disability). Paid Time Off. Company match on 401(k) retirement plan. DailyPay for immediate access to earned wages. Company‑provided uniforms: 5 shirts, 3 pants, 3 aprons, 1 hat; $25.00 reimbursed for slip‑resistant shoes. EEO Statement Equal Employment Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We maintain a drug‑free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr