Cook Supervisor (Cook Foreman)

The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) is a federal agency responsible for the administration of the federal prison system in the United States. The agency operates facilities that provide secure confinement for inmates and aims to foster a humane environment while ensuring public safety. BOP's mission includes preparing incarcerated individuals for successful reentry into society by offering various programs and vocational training to help reduce recidivism. The Bureau is committed to upholding the rule of law, maintaining safety and security within its institutions, and supporting the ideals of the American republic. All staff are dedicated to maintaining institutional security as their foremost responsibility. The BOP provides a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, reflective of federal employment standards, including health coverage, retirement plans, and paid leave.

This opportunity is for the position of Cook Supervisor at the Federal Medical Center (FMC) Lexington, Kentucky. The role is full-time and permanent, with a competitive hourly wage ranging from $36.87 to $43.02 under the WS-08 pay scale. There are six vacancies available. The Cook Supervisor will lead and oversee 25-30 inmate workers tasked with cooking, butchering, baking, dishwashing, vegetable preparation, and other food service duties. This position requires not only culinary expertise but also responsibility for security operations including inmate accountability, control of keys, knives, and other equipment, and conducting routine contraband searches within the work area.

The incumbent provides continuous training to inmate workers to improve their knowledge of food production, presentation, and sanitation, ensuring all meals meet standardized recipes and accommodate modified diets such as high protein or low sodium meals. Supervisory duties extend beyond culinary leadership to encompass correctional responsibilities focused on maintaining the safety and security of the institution. Candidates are expected to embody the Bureau's commitment to public safety and effective correctional management. Travel may be required for training purposes up to 25% of the time. This position also mandates completion of the "Introduction to Correctional Techniques" training program and possession of a Food Protection Manager Certification accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).