Food Service Worker

About the role

This position is working inside a jail/correctional facility at the Broome County Jail. The Food Service Worker is responsible for the supervision of inmate labor as well as team members assisting with the food service operation in a correctional facility. This position will also accurately and efficiently prepare and serve a variety of food items in accordance with assigned work instructions and menus as well as utilize a variety of food preparation utensils and machines in preparing food.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inmate labor and/or team members in the kitchen during food prep and food service shifts in the kitchen.
• Prepare, assist, or instructs 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 a 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 menued 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.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and/or equivalent experience.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Qualifications

• Passionate about food and service.
• A solid understanding of food handling regulations.
• Desire to always learn more.
• Ability to work as a team member, as well as independently.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changes quickly.
• Dependable and flexible.

Skills

• Food service experience.
• Experience in a correctional facility setting.
• Ability to lift, bend, push, kneel, walk, and stand for extended periods of time.

Benefits

• Medical w/prescription coverage.
• Benefit Credit received when enrolled in a TKC medical plan, to help offset your benefit costs.
• Voluntary benefits (i.e. short term, long term disability and many more) options may be selected to create the right package for you.
• TSG also understands the importance of work life balance and planning for the future. To help with both of these, employees are eligible for:
• Paid Time Off.
• Company Match for the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.
• We now also offer DailyPay providing you immediate access to earned wages.

Pay

$21.00/hour

Schedule

Shifts may vary based on facility requirements.