Food Service Worker - Lincoln Area

Food Service Worker - Lincoln Area (Evergreen)

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) is seeking dependable, motivated individuals to join our food service team as entry-level Food Service Workers at the Reception and Treatment Center or the Nebraska State Penitentiary. Hiring range is $18.071-$26.639/hour. Pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints, if approved. Shift differential may also apply.

• 13 paid holidays • Vacation and sick leave (24 days your first year, accruing immediately) • Military leave • 156% state-matched retirement • Tuition reimbursement • Employee assistance program • 79% employer paid health insurance plans • Dental and vision insurance plans • Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy • Uniforms provided • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal government • Wide variety and availability of career advancement • Meaningful public service -- service with a purpose! • Numerous training and development opportunities

Duties:

• Train and manage inmates in the preparation and serving of food.
• Coordinate sanitation, safety and food storage.
• Manage inventory by recording and reporting food purchases and consumption.
• Duties include prolonged standing and walking.
• Overtime, voluntary and mandatory, includes weekends, holidays and double shifts.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Coursework, training and/or experience in food preparation, baking and/or kitchen operations in the food service industry or related field.

Preferred Qualifications: ServSafe or Food Handlers certification (current or previous).

Other: Must be at least 18 years of age. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.