Corrections Food Service Worker - Mercer County CCC

Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities, and uniform services dedicated to providing exceptional experiences to millions of guests every day across 15 countries. Rooted in service and united by a shared purpose, Aramark focuses on doing great things for its employees, partners, communities, and the planet. The company's mission emphasizes inclusivity and equal employment opportunities, ensuring a diverse and supportive work environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, disability, or other protected characteristics. Aramark believes that a fulfilling career nurtures talents, fuels passion, and offers opportunities for professional growth, making it a great place to work no matter your career goals or aspirations.

The role of Corrections Oversight Worker at Aramark involves supervising inmates in meal preparation activities within correctional facilities, ensuring all food items are prepared according to production plans and Aramark’s high standards. This position is crucial for maintaining efficient kitchen operations, meeting dietary requirements, and safeguarding sanitation and safety protocols. As a Corrections Oversight Worker, you will be responsible for training and assigning inmates, ensuring compliance with security policies, and overseeing the preparation and assembly of meals. This role requires attention to detail in reviewing production and temperature logs, ensuring proper meal portions, and handling special dietary requests. You will also participate hands-on in meal preparation and serve as an essential connection between food service production and correctional facility security.

The position offers an hourly wage ranging between $18.00 and $19.00, reflecting Aramark's good faith estimate of fair compensation. Employees in this role receive comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as work/life resources, retirement savings plans such as 401(k), paid time off including parental leave, and disability coverage. Benefits may vary by location depending on legal requirements and eligibility status.

Key responsibilities include adhering to Aramark’s strict food handling and sanitation procedures, executing production guidelines, supervising inmates during food preparation and tray assembly, ensuring secure storage of food and kitchen equipment, managing inventory and requisition orders, and maintaining daily population counts. The role demands physical activity such as lifting, bending, pushing, and standing for extended periods, and may require wearing uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain correctional facility security clearance and comply with safety policies.

This position calls for someone who can motivate and supervise inmates effectively, possesses good judgment, can work independently with minimal supervision, and is committed to following safety and operational procedures closely. The Corrections Oversight Worker plays a vital role in ensuring the correctional food service environment runs smoothly, safely, and efficiently while upholding Aramark’s quality and service standards. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with food service or supervisory experience looking to contribute to a meaningful sector while working with a reputable and supportive employer like Aramark.