Corrections Oversight Worker - Ross County OH

About the role

Supervises inmates to ensure meal and food items are prepared in accordance with production plans. Trains workers in methods of performing duties, assigns and coordinates work to promote efficiency of operations, and ensures sanitation of the facility while maintaining personal safety and conforming to all standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and maintain preparation and production guidelines according to Aramark standards by reviewing and approving production and temperature logs.
• Supervise inmates in food preparation and tray assembly.
• Ensure timely, efficient meal service and all Aramark guidelines are met.
• Participate in preparation and serving of meals.
• Print and distribute recipes.
• Direct inmates in the use of Aramark recipes and train on proper cooking procedures.
• Ensure proper portions and any special dietary requirements are fulfilled.
• Obtain accurate daily population counts and review with staff.
• Adhere to security policies and procedures, including ensuring storage areas are locked, kitchen tools and equipment are returned to designated secure areas, and all keys are secured.
• Determine work procedures, prepare work schedules and sanitation schedules, ensuring adherence by cooks, inmates, and/or food service workers.
• Assist in conducting inventory, properly receiving, and storing food and food-related items; requisition orders as needed for approval.
• Participate in the preparation, storage, and assembly of meals and food items following the 5 P’s (Participation, Pulls, Production, Portion Control, and Postproduction).
• Follow the Company’s Standard of Operation for food handling and storage, and HACCP policies and procedures regarding proper food handling.

Job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice to meet commitments.

Requirements

• Must be over 18 years of age.
• Minimum of one (1) year of food prep or related work preferred.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Previous experience interacting with inmates a plus.
• Ability to motivate and supervise inmates and/or team members to attain quality and quantity of food production in a correctional work environment.
• Must be able to obtain a food safety certification.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and tact.
• Must be able to follow basic safety procedures and policies.
• Must qualify for and maintain correctional facility security clearance.

Physical Demands

• May include lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and/or extended walking and standing.
• May require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is $16.00.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources.
• Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage.
• Benefits vary by location and are subject to legal requirements, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.