Food Service Worker

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 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.
• 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.

Qualifications

Benefits Trinity Services Group (TSG) offers comprehensive benefits to all regular-full time employees:

• Medical w/prescription cover