Correctional Food Services Supervisor

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Pine Prairie (LA); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 3,030,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Matching

Dental Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

GEO Corrections & Detentions is seeking a Food Services Supervisor to oversee detainee meal preparation, sanitation, and related operations at a correctional facility. You will supervise staff, enforce safety protocols, and maintain detailed logs of inmate activities.

The role requires a high school diploma and prior food service experience, with the ability to work long shifts and respond to emergencies. Training in corrections and behavioral sciences is a plus.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in food service activities, with commercial or institutional meal preparation preferred.
• College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services or related field preferred. Training in cultural diversity or sensitivity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct, supervise, and monitor detainees assigned to Food Services in terms of food preparation, cleanup, and sanitation.
• Monitor inmate or detainee movements, conduct counts, and respond to emergencies.
• Perform shakedowns for contraband materials and confiscate prohibited items as per policies and procedures.
• Keep daily logs on inmates (including disciplinary reports).
• Provide prompt and appropriate assistance to those who have been injured, ill, or have suffered trauma.
• Report any maintenance or repair needs to keep your facility clean.

Skills

Food service experience

Corrections familiarity

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Job description

GEO Corrections & Detentions is seeking a Food Services Supervisor to oversee detainee meal preparation, sanitation, and related operations at a correctional facility. You will supervise staff, enforce safety protocols, and maintain detailed logs of inmate activities.

The role requires a high school diploma and prior food service experience, with the ability to work long shifts and respond to emergencies. Training in corrections and behavioral sciences is a plus.