CORRECTIONAL DIETARY OFFICER TRAINEE Cooking

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Paid time off

State pension options

Job summary

A State Government department in Maryland is seeking a Correctional Dietary Officer Trainee to oversee food preparation and ensure safety compliance at correctional institutions. This entry-level role involves training incarcerated individuals in cooking, maintaining sanitary kitchen conditions, and adhering to food safety regulations. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and be able to operate a motor vehicle. This position offers a pathway for advancement and the opportunity to serve in a key role within the department.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status required.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Train and supervise incarcerated individuals in food preparation.
• Maintain sanitary kitchen conditions.
• Ensure adherence to food safety regulations.

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Job description

Introduction

If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today!

The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release.

As a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.

GRADE

CORR 0003

LOCATION OF POSITION

Eastern Correctional Institution (ECI)

30420 Revells Neck Rd, Westover, MD 21890

Maryland Correctional Institution - Hagerstown (MCIH)

18601 Roxbury Rd, Hagerstown, MD 21740

Maryland Correctional Training Center (MCTC)

18800 Roxbury Rd, Hagerstown, MD 21740

Main Purpose of Job

A Correctional Dietary Officer Trainee – Cooking is the entry level of work involving the custody, security and supervision of incarcerated individuals in food preparation and serving of meals at correctional institutions.

POSITION DUTIES

• Train and supervise assigned incarcerated individuals preparing vegetables, meats, salads, beverages and other foods.
• Maintain sanitary kitchen conditions including supervision of the washing of pots, pans, dishes, counters and the cleaning of meat grinders and slicers and dining and kitchen areas.
• Ensure that incarcerated individuals adhere to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point Regulations in food sanitation and food safety in an institutional setting.
• Search incarcerated individuals in order to prevent concealment of equipment, cutlery, food and other unauthorized items.
• Maintain control and discipline of incarcerated individuals working in kitchen and dining room areas while keeping a continual count.
• Operate kitchen equipment and appliances such as mixers, cookers, ovens, stoves, toasters and coffee urns.
• Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes.
• Follow Division of Correction regulations, institutional directives and post orders.
• Enforce rules of conduct among incarcerated individuals and prepare reports of infractions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Correctional Training Commission regulation.
• Experience: None.

Note: The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with Correctional Services Article, Section 8‑209, Annotated Code of Maryland.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Employee may be assigned duties that require the operation of a motor vehicle. Must possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
• Employee may require acquiring the appropriate Maryland driver's license to operate motor vehicles for transportation of incarcerated individuals or supplies.
• Employee must complete and successfully pass the Entrance Level Correctional Training Course required for the Maryland Correctional Training Commission certificate during the probationary period.

Special Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien status
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• A completed background investigation
• Oral interview
• Physical examination
• Employee must provide a telephone number where they can be reached 24 hours a day.
• Employee is subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
• Physical Readiness and Annual Physical Recertification for Corrections Officers: must successfully complete an annual recertification process that includes demonstrating the physical capabilities required for defensive tactics.

Benefits

State of Maryland Benefits: (details omitted for brevity)

Further Instructions

Online applications are highly recommended. If a paper application or supplemental questionnaire is required, email it to [e-mail]. All additional materials requested must be received by the closing date and time. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, HRSD‑Recruitment Division at email [e-mail] or 410‑767‑4850. For assistance with online submission, contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at [e-mail].

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal‑opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.