Corrections Food Service Instructor - SCI Pine Grove

Start an exciting opportunity to share your passion for food service with a diverse population! The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking an experienced and energetic Corrections Food Service Instructor. By imparting your skills and knowledge, you will help the inmates at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Pine Grove learn valuable skills they will be able to use upon their release. If you are ready to start a rewarding career while joining DOC in our mission to reduce criminal behavior through education, apply today!

In this position, you will assign, participate in, and review routine and specialized tasks performed by inmates in the areas of pre-preparation, production, service, and baking. As an instructor, you will provide instruction to inmates through on-the job vocational training in the preparation of meals according to recipes, as well as the safe and sanitary operation of tools and equipment, cleaning, maintenance, and storage practices. Your work will involve inspecting food service areas and equipment for safety and sanitation standards, reviewing menu data, adjusting recipes, and recycling leftover food. You can expect to conduct performance evaluations and review work assignments. Additionally, you will maintain care, custody, and control over inmates during work assignments.

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
• Work hours will be determined from the following shifts, with rotating days off.
  • 1st shift: 4:30 AM to 12:30 PM
  • 2nd shift: 11:30 AM to 7:30 PM
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $47,925.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

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:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

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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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

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.