Corrections Food Service Instructor – SCI Huntingdon

Reference #: 4697089
THE POSITION
If you are looking for a meaningful position to use your culinary skills to make a positive impact, the Department of Corrections at State Correctional Institution (SCI) Huntingdon has an exciting opportunity for you. We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled individual to assist inmates in acquiring valuable vocational skills that will benefit them both in prison and carry forward into society. Do not miss out on this chance to elevate your culinary career while making a real difference in the lives of others! Join us in this meaningful endeavor and help shape a brighter future for those in our care.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position you will function as lead worker by assigning, participating in, and reviewing routine and specialized tasks performed by inmates in the areas of pre-preparation, production, service, and baking. You will ensure proper control over inmates by enforcing custody and security regulations and inspecting all food service areas, equipment, and food for conformance with established safety and sanitation standards. You will play a crucial role in fostering a structured environment while ensuring that all operations adhere to regulatory requirements. By actively participating in the workflow and monitoring the performance of inmates, you will contribute to the overall efficiency and safety of the food service operations.

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 are to be determined. You will work rotating shifts with rotating days off.
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 towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click theVeterans Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

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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.