Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $19.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
state retirement plan
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Job Description
The Wyoming Department of Corrections (WDOC) is a state government agency committed to ensuring public safety through high correctional standards and a supportive working environment for its employees. The WDOC operates with a culture of public service, emphasizing work-life balance and fostering safe and productive communities. The department offers comprehensive benefits packages that include retirement plans, health insurance, paid leave, and additional opportunities for savings and advancement. Known for its commitment to employee well-being and professional growth, the WDOC provides an inclusive workplace with strict policies on safety, substance use, dress code, and ethical conduct.
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Job Requirements
- Education substitution of 2-4 years of progressive work experience typically in food services with acquired knowledge at food services assistant level
- or associate's degree typically in culinary arts with 0-1 year of progressive work experience
- physical ability to lift at least 50 lbs
- ability to remain on feet for long periods
- ability to withstand walking on cement floors regularly
- pass background and reference checks
- drug screening
- compliance with dress code and workplace policies
- no tobacco use on premises
- adherence to Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) policies
Job Qualifications
- Knowledge of portion control and high volume cooking
- knowledge of Wyoming health safety and sanitation food service requirements
- prior experience in food services
- ability to train and supervise inmate personnel
- understanding of dietary and medical food preparation
- strong organizational and inventory management skills
- effective communication skills
Job Duties
- Directs, coordinates, prepares, and supervises food preparation for meals within the menu's guidelines, dietary requirements, appearance, taste, temperature, and sanitation standards
- trains workers in safety and sanitation
- prepares all religious and medically necessary diets and substitutions as needed
- directs the portioning and serving of all meals
- oversees the distribution of bulk food and pre-plated meals
- ensures that health guidelines are met in the daily preparation of food
- manages inventory and reviews daily on all items
- completes daily inventories of knives, controlled food items, and tools
- observes and records food, refrigerator, and freezer temperatures
- delivers meals to housing units which may require operating a food truck
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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