Food Service Coordinator (Cook 1)

The hiring establishment is a Sheriff's Office responsible for the management and operation of jail facilities. This public safety institution focuses on maintaining security, order, and rehabilitation within its custody. As a law enforcement agency, it is committed to community safety and efficient correctional facility management. The Sheriff's Office plays a critical role in the administration of justice, ensuring the humane treatment of inmates while supporting various operational functions necessary to the daily running of the jail. The workplace culture emphasizes core competencies that foster teamwork, integrity, emotional intelligence, and service to the public. The facility ensures a structured environment where operational philosophies are transformed into actionable, effective outcomes, in line with public safety objectives. This position within the Sheriff's Office is an essential part of the corrections team and offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to the correctional system through support roles in inmate supervision and facility maintenance.

The role offered is for a Kitchen Worker / Food Service Aide within the jail's food service department. This role involves preparing food items for inmate meals and overseeing inmates assigned to assist in these preparations. Duties include demonstrating proper cooking and measuring methods to inmates and monitoring the use and return of cooking tools. Attention to maintaining cleanliness in the work areas is crucial, ensuring that safety and hygiene standards are consistently met. The Kitchen Worker is also responsible for assisting in washing dishes and kitchen equipment and ensuring the kitchen area remains tidy and operational for the next shift of cooks. An important part of the job is accurate record-keeping by logging meal counts, which supports the efficient tracking of food service operations.

This position requires a commitment to operational procedures specific to correctional environments, such as security protocols and effective inmate supervision. The ideal candidate must be physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds multiple times per shift and must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent. The job demands individuals who can manage both the physical and interpersonal challenges of working in a jail environment, particularly in food service where cleanliness, safety, and inmate interaction are of paramount importance. Prospective employees should embody the core competencies promoted by the Sheriff's Office, including emotional intelligence, integrity, teamwork, analytic thinking, conflict management, and effective communication. This ensures a professional and respectful workplace that supports both staff and the inmate population while upholding organizational values and public safety standards. Overall, this role presents an opportunity to contribute to the smooth functioning of a correctional facility's food service operations, fostering a safe and orderly environment in line with the Sheriff's Office's commitment to public service and operational excellence.