Corrections Food Service Instructor - SCI Dallas

THE POSITION The Department of Corrections at State Correctional Institute (SCI) Dallas is looking for a dedicated Corrections Food Service Instructor who is ready to lead by example. This position combines hands-on food service work with meaningful instruction that helps inmates develop workplace skills. Your leadership, guidance, and commitment to safety help create a productive work environment. Join a team that values training, accountability, and professional growth. DESCRIPTION OF WORK The Corrections Food Service Instructor oversees inmate workers in food service operations and provides practical vocational instruction in a correctional setting. The role supports safe, efficient meal production while maintaining established food service standards and inmate accountability. As a Corrections Food Service Instructor, you will perform the following duties: Food Service Training: Provide hands-on instruction in food preparation, meal production, baking, equipment use, and food service procedures Meal Preparation Oversight: Ensure meals are prepared according to recipes and served accurately and on schedule Safety And Sanitation: Inspect work areas, food products, and equipment to maintain safety and sanitation standards Inventory Management: Review menu and census information, adjust recipes, receive supplies, and follow first-in, first-out storage practices Inmate Work Supervision: Plan work assignments, evaluate inmate performance, maintain records, and oversee daily work activities Custody And Control: Maintain care, custody, and control of inmates during assigned food service operations Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment, 40 hours per week Work hours are 10:30 AM to 6:30 PM, with rotating days off This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $49,010.00 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Two years of experience in food preparation, production, or service of a variety of complete meal menus in an institutional food service operation, food catering service, restaurant, or in a similar large-scale food production operation; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Additional Requirements: Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work.…

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