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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The Delaware Department of Correction is a state government agency dedicated to the safe and secure confinement of inmates while promoting rehabilitation and community reintegration. The Department operates various correctional facilities and programs designed to ensure public safety and offender accountability. The Department is committed to hiring qualified individuals who are dedicated to the principles of correctional supervision and food service management within correctional settings, offering a supportive and structured work environment under collective bargaining agreements. This particular position falls under the Correctional Officer series, which offers state employee benefits and potential retirement provisions under HB363 for long-term service. Employment... Show More
Job Requirements
- Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent
- Possession of a Serve Safe Certification
- Three years experience in institutional or commercial cooking and baking
- Three years experience in proper safety, storage and sanitation standards for food items
- Six months experience in prioritizing and organizing food service activities
- Six months experience in narrative report writing
- Knowledge of inventory control such as ordering, receiving, tracking, storing and handling inventory
- Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through coursework, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others
- Possession of a valid driver’s license
- At least 19 1/2 years of age
Job Qualifications
- Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent
- Possession of a Serve Safe Certification
- Three years experience in institutional or commercial cooking and baking
- Three years experience in proper safety, storage and sanitation standards for food items
- Six months experience in prioritizing and organizing food service activities
- Six months experience in narrative report writing
- Knowledge of inventory control such as ordering, receiving, tracking, storing and handling inventory
- Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through coursework, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others
- Possession of a valid driver’s license
- At least 19 1/2 years of age
Job Duties
- Applies food service principles, practices and methods governing food preparation activities such as food handling, proper storage and temperature control, cleaning of kitchen equipment and utensils to comply with safety and sanitary standards
- Instructs inmate food service workers in the operation of various commercial kitchen equipment such as dishwashers, ovens, toasters, meat slicers, choppers, deep fryers, food processors, steam pots, blenders, and mixers
- Instructs inmates/youth food service workers in food preparation, cooking, safe food and storage handling
- Supervises inmates/youths in their kitchen assignments, directing their activities and establishing a positive working relationship
- Maintains a positive supportive relationship with youth/inmates food service workers through appropriate use of active listening skills in providing guidance as needed
- Prepares and cooks meals
- Maintains control of kitchen utensils, tools and equipment
- Enforces rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the institution and the department in the maintenance of discipline, order, security and housekeeping of assigned locations and staff
- Enforces personal hygiene rules for inmate/youth food service workers to maintain sanitary standards
- Prepares various reports and maintains accurate records
- Attends various Department approved training courses
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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