Corrections Food Service Coordinator; Salem

Overview

Corrections Food Service Coordinator (Salem) at Santiam Correctional Institution (SCI), Salem, Oregon. The Oregon Department of Corrections currently has one opening. All qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to apply.

The Corrections Food Service Coordinator coordinates, instructs, and directs Adults in Custody (AIC) in the production and serving of meals and participates in the preparation of large volume cooking in a corrections institution setting. These positions are represented by AFSCME and may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through PERS, as defined by statute.

• Coordinate, instruct, and direct AICs in the production and serving of meals; participate in large-volume cooking in a corrections institution setting.
• Direct AIC work crews to enforce job-related rules, policies, procedures, and security guidelines; maintain discipline and order.
• Instruct and train AICs on work techniques and procedures for safe, sanitary, and efficient food preparation and service.
• Assign AIC work and evaluate work performance for training and assignment purposes; may interview and recommend crews.
• Conduct searches of AICs and areas to ensure absence of contraband; check and sign AIC time cards; monitor area cleanliness and sanitation.
• Coordinate sanitation efforts and supervise food preparation tasks including measuring, mixing, cooking, and serving according to menus and standardized recipes; adjust recipes for larger quantities to control waste.
• Plan cooking schedules to have food ready at serving time and monitor special diets (e.g., low sodium or religious diets).
• Direct activities related to requisition of supplies, inventory, and storage of food products and equipment.
• Maintain records of food prepared, served, leftover, and time worked by AICs.
• Work in correctional institutions and enforce security procedures, including searches for contraband.

• A high school diploma/GED or higher, and one year of experience in a commercial food service facility, full-service restaurant, or related setting; OR
• An associate's degree in Food Service Management, Foods and Hospitality Service, or a directly-related field.
• Must obtain a Food Handlers Permit within 30 days of hire.

• Team/crew management of 30+ individuals
• Experience managing, supervising, and/or leading a kitchen (restaurant, school cafeteria, military dining, government, or private food establishment)
• Experience cooking a variety of foods (vegetables, desserts, breads, entrees, etc.)
• Knowledge of progressive cooking to minimize food waste and cook-to-serve concepts
• Knowledge of food safety temperatures and sanitation procedures
• Ability to instruct crews in maintaining high sanitation standards
• Ability to maintain order while fostering a positive work environment
• Ability to follow security operational procedures
• Serv Safe Food Protection Manager Certificate
• Basic computer skills

• Provide detailed dates and duties in the Work Experience section to support how you meet minimum qualifications and requested skills. If education or experience do not meet minimum qualifications, you may not be considered. Only candidates whose experience most closely matches qualifications will be invited to interview. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications on or before the close date.
• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After submission, respond to the two questionnaires related to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following submittal.
• Monitor email and Workday for recruitment updates.
• As part of the selection process, additional assessments such as written exercises may be required. Participation is required for all applicants moving forward. Failure to complete required exercises within the timeframe may disqualify.
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The salary range listed is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%. The State of Oregon offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Family health, vision, and dental insurance
• Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
• 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
• Optional short and long-term disability
• Term life insurance
• Fully paid retirement program
• Oregon Savings Growth Plan
• Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
• And more

• Recruiter reviews submissions for education and experience to identify candidates matching minimum qualifications and requested skills.
• Top candidates are referred to the hiring manager, who will review the application and schedule interviews.
• Interviews are conducted with a panel; scores are based on predetermined questions and scoring guides. Preference points follow applicable laws and bargaining agreements. There may be multiple interview rounds.
• Final candidates will…