FOOD SERVICE WORKER

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd. in San Diego, California, is seeking a Food Service Worker to assist in food preparation and the supervision of detainee workers. The ideal candidate should have one year of food production experience in commercial or institutional settings and be able to maintain safety and sanitation standards.

This position requires a high school diploma, good communication skills, and the ability to comply with rigorous background checks. Join GEO for a rewarding career in supportive environments.

Qualifications

• One year food production experience in a commercial or institutional setting preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old and a U.S. citizen.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare portions of food and beverages for service.
• Monitor and assist detainee workers.
• Keep the kitchen clean and organized.

Skills

Food preparation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent certification

Job description

Benefits

Full‑time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidence‑based rehabilitation.

Who We Are

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state‑of‑the‑art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence‑based rehabilitation to the post‑release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost‑effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work for GEO

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Most of the time, you will:

• Participate in food/beverage preparatory work (washing, peeling, and cutting vegetables and fruits; preparing salads and slicing cakes and pies; making coffee, tea, and other beverages, etc.)
• Prepare portions of food on trays or plates and pour beverages.
• Help with inventory counts and reception of deliveries.
• Prepare various types of documentation (preparation and inventory pull‑out sheets, production/service documentation, sanitation records, meal delivery records, etc.).
• Help conduct orientation and training for staff and detainee workers.
• Monitor and direct detainee workers in tray preparation, cleanup, sanitation, and other related duties to the operation of the food service area.
• Help keep the kitchen and food service areas clean and organized (washing/sorting dishes, glassware, and silverware; cleaning kitchen equipment, counters, and tables; sweeping and mopping the floor; etc.).

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• One (1) year food production experience in commercial, military, or institutional setting is preferred. Experience in the field of corrections/detainee management and prior correctional food service training is preferred.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing to maintain records, files and prepare simple reports required.
• Must be at least twenty‑one (21) years of age or older.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must be willing to undergo a rigorous background investigation as required by U.S. Marshals.

Physical Requirements

• The candidate should be able to frequently bend, stoop, reach above shoulder level, work with machinery, walk, stand, and sit. They will also have to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 60 lbs. (sometimes more), climb, and work in extreme temperatures.