Corrections Food Service Leader 4

Wisconsin Department of Corrections; Illinois; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency is seeking a Corrections Food Service Leader 4 to manage food service operations at the Winnebago Correctional Center. The role involves menu planning, training staff, and ensuring food safety. Candidates must be able to lift heavy objects and comply with health policies. A competitive benefits package is offered, including substantial leave time and insurance.

Benefits

Substantial leave time

Health insurance

Pension plan

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and directing others.
• Experience in maintaining cleanliness and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Plan meals and procure supplies for the kitchen.
• Ensure proper sanitation methods and maintain food inventory.

Skills

Food Safety

Menu Planning

Training

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

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Position Summary

This position is responsible for the menu planning and food service operation at the Winnebago Correctional Center.

This position plans meals and procures supplies, cares for and cleans kitchen equipment, maintains food inventory and ensures proper sanitation methods.

This position also provides orientation, instruction, and communicates dietary and menu changes to Center System food service staff as well as Persons in our Care (PIOC) food service workers.

Working Conditions

Food service workers will work in a commercial-style kitchen in close proximity to other staff and PIOC workers. This position will frequently lift and carry objects of up to 50lbs and need to be able to sit and stand and may climb ladders or stairs. This position must also comply with the center’s health policies, including those regarding Tuberculosis Screening and Hepatitis Vaccination. This position will work holidays and may work weekends and other times as needed or directed.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule and range 03-14 with a starting pay of $25.09/hour. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A probationary period is required.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
• An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
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Job Details

This position is not eligible for remote work and will work on site.

This position is FLSA Non-Exempt.

This position is not anticipated to travel on a regular basis, but most DOC positions occasionally travel for training, meetings, conferences, or similar events.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have:

• Experience preparing and directing other workers in the preparation of cooking and baking of foods, (such as: meats, vegetables, breads, desserts, bag lunches and special occasion meals).
• Experience training or teaching others skills and tasks (such as: food preparation, cooking, baking, meat, cutting and processing).
• Experience maintaining cleanliness, ensuring food safety, and monitoring compliance with sanitation standards
  
  

In addition to the above, well qualified applicants will have:

• Experience maintaining inventory, including: food supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Experience with financial tasks (such as: cost control, generating purchasing specifications/justifications/requisitions, etc.)
  
  

Special Requirements

Must obtain ServSafe Certification (or equivalent) within six months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment.

Must possess a valid driver's license at time of hire and will be required to maintain a valid driver's license during employment

Must have the ability to work up to 14 hours per day and more than 40 hours per week on any shift based on daily operational needs, this may include weekends and holidays.

How To Apply

To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

Your resume and letter of qualifications should detail your training and experience specifically related to the qualifications section listed in the job posting and are limited to a maximum of 2 pages each.

The Department of Corrections has created extra guidance to assist you in developing your resume and letter of qualifications. Wisc.Jobs also has extra guidance for your application materials.

Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.

Questions can be directed to Athena Foster, HR Specialist - Senior, at [e-mail].

Deadline to Apply

Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on Tuesday May 27th, 2025.

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