Corrections Food Service Instructor - SCI Rockview

The Rockview State Correctional Institution is currently on the lookout for a dynamic and passionate individual who is self-driven and possesses the necessary qualifications to join their team as a Corrections Food Service Instructor. Don't miss out on this opportunity - submit your application today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in the Department of Corrections!

The primary responsibility of this role is to act as a lead worker, overseeing and coordinating the tasks performed by inmates in various areas such as pre-preparation, production, service, and baking. In addition to assigning and participating in these routine and specialized tasks, you will also be responsible for reviewing their work. As part of your duties, you will play a crucial role in maintaining control over inmates by enforcing custody and security regulations. This includes conducting regular inspections of food service areas, equipment, and food to ensure compliance with established safety and sanitation standards. By diligently carrying out these responsibilities, you will contribute to the smooth operation of the facility's food service operations and help maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both staff and inmates. Your attention to detail and adherence to regulations will be essential in ensuring the overall well-being of everyone involved.

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 to be determined, Selected candidate will have rotating days off working 8 hours shifts. Shift will be determined by seniority bidding.

• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.

• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. Please Note: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary.

• 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 Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

• 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.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

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.