Corrections Food Service Instructor SCI Mercer

THE POSITION Are you a dynamic and motivated individual with a love for the food service industry? If you have a passion for leading inmate workers in food service operations, the Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Mercer is looking for a Corrections Food Service Instructor to join our team of instructors.
Join us in sharing your culinary expertise with inmates who are eager to learn a valuable trade.
Apply now and make a difference in their lives through food! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As the lead worker in this role, you will be responsible for assigning, participating in, and reviewing routine and specialized tasks carried out by inmates in pre-preparation, production, service, and baking.
Additionally, you will enforce custody and security regulations to maintain control over inmates and inspect food service areas, equipment, and food for compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment, 40 hours per week This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
Work hours are 4:00 AM to 12:00 PM, or 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with 30-minute lunch.
A schedule and pass days will be determined during the hiring process.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email.
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REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Two years of experience in food preparation, production, or service of a variety of complete meal menus in an institutional food service operation, food catering service, restaurant, or in a similar large-scale food production operation; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Additional Requirements: You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements: You must pass a background investigation.
How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.
Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.
e.
, relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements.
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.
Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
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The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.
The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.
The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.
All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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