Corrections Food Service Instructor

Full Job Description

Are you enthusiastic about sharing your knowledge of food service? Do you want to lead adults as they learn about institutional food service operations? The Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Mercer is seeking dedicated Food Service Instructors.

Our dynamic team uses education to inspire inmate workers and promote positive change that will support successful community reintegration. If you want to make a lasting impact, enjoy rewarding challenges, and experience professional growth, then we encourage you to apply today!

Requirements

As a Corrections Food Service Instructor, you will lead inmate workers and provide instruction using hands-on vocational training in food service operations including preparation, production, service, and baking.

You will inspect all food service areas, equipment, and food for compliance with established safety and sanitation standards.

You will also plan inmate work assignments, conduct performance evaluations, and maintain worker records.

This role requires the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships that will enable inmates to learn the standard principles and practices of food service operations.

In addition, you will ensure that meals are prepared and served timely and in accordance with standardized recipes while maintaining proper control over inmates by enforcing custody and security regulations at all times.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 4:00 AM to 12:00 PM or 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • The shift and pass days will be determined during the hiring process.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $47,925.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of experience in food preparation, production, or service of a variety of complete meal menus in an institutional food service operation, food catering service, restaurant, or in a similar large-scale food production operation; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.