Correctional Food Service Officer I

NC Department of Adult Correction; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking agency focused on rehabilitation and community safety. This full-time position at Roanoke River Correctional Institution offers a unique opportunity to supervise and train inmates in large-scale food production while ensuring high standards of food service and sanitation. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in food service operations and a commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of others. With a supportive environment and comprehensive state benefits, this role is perfect for those looking to contribute meaningfully to their community.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $7,000

State benefits

Training and certification opportunities

Qualifications

• Must document knowledge of large-scale food production and service activities.
• Requires high school diploma or GED with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inmates in food production and service operations.
• Maintain sanitation standards and ensure food quality.

Skills

Knowledge of large-scale food production

Institutional food preparation

Sanitation standards

CPR and Firearms training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience in food services

Certification eligibility by NC Criminal Justice Commission

Job description

NOW ELIGIBLE FOR A $7,000 SIGN ON BONUS!

To be eligible for a sign-on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee subject to the State Human Resources Act.

This Position is Eligible for the Applicant Referral Bonus

This position is located at Roanoke River Correctional Institution with an assignment to the minimum custody facility. Employees in this class are responsible for the supervision of inmates performing large-scale food production and food service operations at a minimum custody prison facility. Work is a dual role of both supervising inmates and providing food production training. Employees supervise inmates in their assigned food preparation and food service work areas, overseeing a variety of activities in food production including cooking, baking, and serving food to the inmate population. Employees train inmates in institutional cooking, baking, and serving, while maintaining sanitation standards in all areas of the kitchen. Responsibilities include maintaining proper food storage and sanitation, ensuring that the inmates supervised are preparing food according to all quality and sanitary regulations. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Correctional Food Service Supervisor and is evaluated daily for the quality of food service and sanitary conditions. Employees must work a varied schedule, return to work during emergencies, and complete CPR, Firearms, and Unarmed Self-Defense training. Successful completion of pre-employment testing is required. Must be eligible for certification by the NC Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits. The selected candidate may be selected to work any shift and will work weekends and holidays to ensure 24/7 staff coverage.

Note to Current State Employees: The salary grade for this position is NC05. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.

This is a REPOST. Previous applicants MUST REAPPLY to be considered.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of the Experience and Education listed on the application.

To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:

1. Documented knowledge of large-scale food production and food service activities
2. High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one year of experience in institutional food preparation and food services, in management of a commercial food service operation, as a Correctional Officer; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
3. Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

Come Join Us To Make A Difference!

Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees, responsible for safeguarding the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation, as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws.

SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.

DAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates/licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.

For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Vickie Shaw at 252-214-6912.