Food Service Worker - Dodge County Jail

About the role

The Food Service Worker supervises inmates in a kitchen environment to ensure that meals and food items are prepared in accordance with production plans. In this role you will train workers in methods of performing duties, as well as assign and coordinate work to promote operational efficiency. The position is also responsible for facility sanitation and personal safety by conforming to all standards and regulations. Essential functions and responsibilities may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.

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 that 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 them with staff.
• Adhere to security policies and procedures.
• Ensure storage areas are locked at all times.
• Ensure that all kitchen tools and equipment are returned to their designated secure area.
• Ensure all keys are returned and secured.
• Determine work procedures, prepare work schedules and sanitation schedules while ensuring cooks, inmates, and food service workers follow the assigned schedule.
• Assist in conducting inventory, properly receiving, and storing food and related items.
• Requisition orders as needed for approval.
• Participate in the preparation/5 P’s (Participation, Pulls, Production, Portion Control, and Post‑production), storage, and assembly of meals and food items.
• Follow the Company’s Standard of Operation for food handling and storage.
• Follow HACCP policies and procedures regarding proper food handling.
• Adapt to changing job duties as needed without formal notice.

Qualifications

• 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 extended walking and standing.
• May be required to wear uniforms and/or use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Background check required.

Pay

$18+/hour