Corrections Food Service Instructor - SCI Phoenix

Reference #: 4688414 THE POSITION Are you an energetic and self-driven individual with a love for the food service sector? The Department of Corrections (DOC) at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) in Phoenix is looking for a Corrections Food Service Instructor to become part of our exceptional team. This important role involves guiding inmate workers in food service tasks. If you possess the necessary experience and a passion for helping inmates acquire valuable skills, we encourage you to apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this role, you will serve as a lead worker responsible for assigning, engaging in, and evaluating both routine and specialized tasks carried out by inmates in the domains of pre-preparation, production, service, and baking. Furthermore, you will maintain effective oversight of inmates by implementing custody and security protocols, while also conducting inspections of all food service areas, equipment, and food to ensure compliance with established 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 hour work week Work hours are 4:30 AM to 12:30 PM, or 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with rotating weekends and holidays This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55. Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $44,753.00 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   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: 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. 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 [email protected]. 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 nclusion 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.