Canteen Manager (#017368) Leath Correctional Inst, Greenwood (GREENWOOD) Level 2
State of South Carolina
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Canteen Manager (#018084) Kirkland Correctional Inst. Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$45,300 - $45,300
per year
Type
Closes
March 3, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job is for managing the canteen at a correctional facility, where you'll oversee staff and inmate workers, handle inventory and sales, and ensure everything runs smoothly and securely.
It involves daily tasks like ordering supplies, tracking sales, and conducting inventories while following strict safety rules.
A good fit would be someone with experience in retail or inventory management who is organized, trustworthy, and comfortable working in a prison environment.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma
- Relevant program experience in inventory, sales, or management
- Ability to supervise personnel, including civilians and inmates
- Skills in interviewing, hiring, and terminating inmate workers
- Proficiency in overseeing point-of-sale systems and sales transactions
- Knowledge of requisitioning, receipt, storage, and inventory management
- Commitment to following policy, security procedures, and stock rotation
- Successful completion of four weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire
Full Job Description
Supervision of all canteen personnel, civilian back up and inmates.
Interview, hire, and terminate all inmate canteen workers.
Oversee sales transactions through the canteen point of sale system.
Ensure all adjustments are correctly processed.
Maintain proper requisitioning, receipt, and storage of all canteen products.
Ensure that all policy and security procedures are followed to prevent loss of products and equipment.
Follow procedures to maintain adequate inventory levels and ensure stock rotation.
Supervise the daily reporting of sales and receipts to ensure they are accurate.
Conduct daily, quarterly, and monthly inventories.
Standard position hours may vary per institution and subject to change.
Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Requirements
State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:
A high school diploma and relevant program experience.
SCDC Minimum Requirements:
A high school diploma and relevant program experience.
Additional Information
The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.
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