Cook Supervisor (Cook Foreman)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $33.75 - $39.40
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
federal holidays
Life insurance
flexible spending accounts
Job Description
The United States Department of Justice Bureau of Prisons (BOP) is a federal agency dedicated to maintaining a safe, humane, and secure environment within its correctional facilities. The Bureau's mission is to protect the public by preparing inmates for successful reintegration into society through comprehensive correctional programs and services. FCC Allenwood, located in Gregg Township, Pennsylvania, is one such institution within the BOP network. Known for its commitment to public safety and inmate rehabilitation, FCC Allenwood provides various security levels and specialized programs to meet the diverse needs of its incarcerated population. It operates with a strong emphasis on professionalism,... Show More
Job Requirements
- U.S. citizenship is required
- Must meet the Barely Acceptable level on both screen-out elements (ability to supervise and aptitude for work with prisoners)
- Must possess Food Protection Manager Certification from an ANSI-accredited provider and upload proof during application
- Eligible for and able to complete a pre-employment panel interview, urinalysis, physical exam, and background investigation
- Ability to complete the Core Value Assessment or exempt if current BOP employee
- Completion of "Introduction to Correctional Techniques" training at Glynco, Georgia
- Willingness to serve a one-year probationary period
- Maximum age limit of 36 for original appointment unless prior federal law enforcement coverage is documented
- Compliance with Selective Service registration
- Ability to pass required security and credit checks
- Experience independently preparing various food types and coordinating meal preparation
- Ability to conduct correctional security duties regularly
- Adherence to safety and handling procedures for tools and materials
Job Qualifications
- Significant training and experience demonstrating ability to perform essential duties
- Knowledge of food preparation principles and techniques for large quantity cooking
- Understanding of special and modified diets such as high protein, low cholesterol, low fat, calorie restricted, and sodium restricted diets
- Ability to supervise inmate workers effectively
- Possession of an approved Food Protection Manager Certification accredited by ANSI
- Aptitude for working with prisoners
- Knowledge of safety and security protocols in correctional environments
Job Duties
- Provide supervision and instruction to 25-30 inmate workers assigned to cooking, butchering, baking, dining and dish duties, vegetable preparation, and dishwashing
- Provide ongoing training to inmate workers on food production, presentation, and sanitation
- Oversee receiving, storing, and issuing of all food and non-food items
- Manage security operations including key control, yeast control, knife and blade control, and inmate accountability
- Conduct routine contraband searches throughout the work area
- Maintain institutional security and coordinate with correctional staff to uphold safety protocols
- Prepare meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, fruits, sauces, and gravies for regular and modified diet menus
- Plan and coordinate meal preparation following standardized recipes, making necessary substitutions and adjustments
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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