Correctional Food Service Supervisor III - Central Prison

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 43,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

NCFlex Benefits

Paid Leave

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction seeks a Correctional Food Service Supervisor III (S) for a multi‑custody male facility in Raleigh. You will supervise officers, oversee large‑scale food activities, and ensure the preparation and service of regular and therapeutic diets to offenders.

This full-time post requires daily food preparation, sanitation, menu planning, staff appraisals, and adherence to 24/7 operations, including weekends and holidays. Benefits are provided by the state.

Qualifications

• Must have four years of experience in institutional food preparation or management of food service operations, or three years as a Correctional Food Service Officer.
• Experience supervising employees or offender workers is preferred.
• Knowledge of sanitation, menu planning, inventory management, and large-scale food service production is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision for Correctional Food Service Officers.
• Oversee offenders performing large-scale food activities.
• Supervise preparation and service of regular and therapeutic diets for offenders.
• Plan, direct, and supervise daily food preparation and serving of meals.
• Maintain sanitation and recordkeeping; use computerized food service systems.
• Conduct employee work appraisals.

Skills

Supervision

Menu planning

Sanitation

Inventory management

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Food service software

Job description

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

Job Classification Title

Correctional Food Service Supervisor III (S)

Position Number

60066339

Grade

NC10

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

Reporting to the Correctional Food Service Manager, this position is located in the Food Service department at a multi-custody male correctional facility. Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Providing supervision for Correctional Food Service Officers.
2. Providing oversight of offenders performing large-scale food activities.
3. Supervising the preparation and service of regular and therapeutic diets for the offender population.
4. Planning, directing, and supervising the daily preparation and serving of food to offenders.
5. Daily work includes food preparation, serving, storage, menu planning, menu substitutions, and maintaining sanitation requirements.
6. Performing required recordkeeping.
7. Using computerized food and nutrition systems to prepare and serve daily meals.
8. Conducting employee work appraisals.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the Minimum Education and Experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/Management Preferences are not required but applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Documented experience in sanitation, preparing menus, managing inventory, and/or other large-scale food service production activities.
• Documented supervision of employees and/or offender workers.

Compensation and Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health Insurance options
• Retirement Plans
• NCFlex Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.

Salary Range

$43,267 - $75,718

This posting will close at 11:59 p.m. the night BEFORE the end date listed above.

This is a REPOST. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply.

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

About Central Prison

Central Prison in Raleigh, NC has been in continuous service since 1884. It serves as the admission point into prison for adult male felons sentenced to 20 years or more and is the main medical and mental health center for male offenders. It also houses special populations, including death row and safe-keepers.

While security requires that certain offenders remain in their cells, there are more than 260 offender job assignments that include working in the kitchen, laundry, or canteen. Offenders also work as barbers, janitors, and clerks. Offenders can attend substance abuse group therapy meetings, Bible studies or other worship services.

Supplemental Application Information

Application Process

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

Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application.

Applications must include:

• Complete education history (including high school)
• Full work experience details
• Certificates and licenses, if applicable
• Education must be from appropriately accredited institutions.
• Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination.
• Applicantsmaybe subject to a criminal background check and drug screen.

If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.

Criminal Justice Certified Positions

If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, click this link for specific certification requirements: Correctional & Probation/Parole Officer Certification. ALL applicants must:

• Meet Criminal Justice Standards requirements (12 NCAC 09G .0302)
• Pass a criminal background check
• Produce a negative drug screening result
• Successfully complete medical and psychological evaluations
• Possess a valid driver’s license

Education Equivalency Verification

The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4Form(Certificateof Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB-23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD-256 or NGB-22, along with the state application.

PREA Requirement

The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the “National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape.” Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), NCDAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Contact Information

If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Celeste Robinson at [e-mail] or by phone at 919-582-6116. (Email is preferred and more efficient.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma AND four years of experience in institutional food preparation and food services, in management of a commercial food service operations, or as a Correctional Officer, OR three years as a Correctional Food Service Officer; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualifications : Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Celeste Renee Robinson

Email:

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