Correctional Kitchen Specialist - Food Service

IdahoPTV; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 56,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Idaho Department of Correction in Pocatello is seeking a Correctional Specialist (Food Service Officers) to monitor, instruct, and supervise residents in food preparation, service, safety, and sanitation at State Correctional facilities.

The role emphasizes overseeing meal production, training residents on kitchen safety, and ensuring policies and menus are followed. A background check is required, with various shifts including weekends and holidays. State benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work any shift, including day, swing, and graveyard.
• Experience preparing and serving food in a restaurant or food service operation.
• Supervisory training or equivalent experience in leading staff.
• Ability to use a personal computer to enter, retrieve, and edit information.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production of meals ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Train residents in food preparation, kitchen sanitation, and safety.
• Direct cooks/bakers on quantities and preparation methods.

Skills

Shift flexibility

Food service experience

Supervisory knowledge

Computer use

Background check

Education

Formal training in food service

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Idaho Department of Correction in Pocatello is seeking a Correctional Specialist (Food Service Officers) to monitor, instruct, and supervise residents in food preparation, service, safety, and sanitation at State Correctional facilities.

The role emphasizes overseeing meal production, training residents on kitchen safety, and ensuring policies and menus are followed. A background check is required, with various shifts including weekends and holidays. State benefits apply.