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Location : Cumberland County, PA
Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number: N-2023-70534
Department: Department of Corrections
Division: CR CAM Food Srvs Shft 2
Opening Date: 12/11/2023
Closing Date: 12/15/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: 81510
Position Number: 00253313
Union: PSCOA
Bargaining Unit: H1
Pay Group: CO35
Bureau / Division Code: 00111572
Bureau / Division: State Correctional Institute Camp Hill / Food Services
Worksite Address: 2500 Lisburn Rd
Worksite Address: P.O. Box 8837
City:Camp Hill, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 17001
Contact Name: Trisha Pratt
Contact Phone: 717.317.5339
Contact Email: tpratt@pa.gov
THE POSITION
Are you a highly energetic, enthusiastic, self-motivated individual with a love of the Food Service industry? Are you looking for a career in Food Service that is unique and rewarding? The Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Camp Hill is seeking a Corrections Food Service Instructor to join our amazing team. This position leads inmate workers in Food Service operations at SCI, Camp Hill. If you have the required experience and have a desire to help inmates learn a trade, the DOC wants you to apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Corrections Food Service Instructor, you conduct Food Service work and provide instruction to inmates through on-the job vocational training. You instruct inmates in food preparation, production, service, and baking. In addition, you instruct inmates in safe and sanitary operation of tools and equipment, cleaning, maintenance, and storage practices. You also instruct inmates in the preparation of meals according to recipe, and ensure that meals are prepared and served in a timely manner.
Additional duties include inspecting Food Service areas, equipment and food to ensure conformance with established safety and sanitation standards. You review census and menu data, adjust recipes accordingly, and recycle leftover food into usable food products to reduce waste. You complete requisitions, and receive and store food and supplies in assigned work areas while ensuring first-in, first-out procedures are strictly followed.
You also plan and review inmate work assignments, conduct performance evaluations of inmate workers, and maintain all inmate worker records. In addition, you are responsible for maintaining care, custody, and control over inmates during work assignments.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Additional Requirements:
Legal Requirements:
How to Apply:
Veterans:
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, six weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
How many years of full-time 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 do you possess?
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
03
How much college coursework have you completed in Foods, Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Service, Institutional Management or a related field?If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.
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Location : Cumberland County, PA
Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number: N-2023-70534
Department: Department of Corrections
Division: CR CAM Food Srvs Shft 2
Opening Date: 12/11/2023
Closing Date: 12/15/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: 81510
Position Number: 00253313
Union: PSCOA
Bargaining Unit: H1
Pay Group: CO35
Bureau / Division Code: 00111572
Bureau / Division: State Correctional Institute Camp Hill / Food Services
Worksite Address: 2500 Lisburn Rd
Worksite Address: P.O. Box 8837
City:Camp Hill, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 17001
Contact Name: Trisha Pratt
Contact Phone: 717.317.5339
Contact Email: tpratt@pa.gov
THE POSITION
Are you a highly energetic, enthusiastic, self-motivated individual with a love of the Food Service industry? Are you looking for a career in Food Service that is unique and rewarding? The Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Camp Hill is seeking a Corrections Food Service Instructor to join our amazing team. This position leads inmate workers in Food Service operations at SCI, Camp Hill. If you have the required experience and have a desire to help inmates learn a trade, the DOC wants you to apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Corrections Food Service Instructor, you conduct Food Service work and provide instruction to inmates through on-the job vocational training. You instruct inmates in food preparation, production, service, and baking. In addition, you instruct inmates in safe and sanitary operation of tools and equipment, cleaning, maintenance, and storage practices. You also instruct inmates in the preparation of meals according to recipe, and ensure that meals are prepared and served in a timely manner.
Additional duties include inspecting Food Service areas, equipment and food to ensure conformance with established safety and sanitation standards. You review census and menu data, adjust recipes accordingly, and recycle leftover food into usable food products to reduce waste. You complete requisitions, and receive and store food and supplies in assigned work areas while ensuring first-in, first-out procedures are strictly followed.
You also plan and review inmate work assignments, conduct performance evaluations of inmate workers, and maintain all inmate worker records. In addition, you are responsible for maintaining care, custody, and control over inmates during work assignments.
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-hour work week.
- Work hours, 4:30 AM to 12:30 PM; 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM; swing shift. rotating days off, paid lunch period. Schedule and pass days will be determined during the hiring process.
- This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
- Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $44,753.00 (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:
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
- You must pass a background investigation and a criminal history report.
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.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short !
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, six weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
How many years of full-time 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 do you possess?
- 2 years or more
- 1 but less than 2 years
- Less than 1 year
- None
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
03
How much college coursework have you completed in Foods, Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Service, Institutional Management or a related field?If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.
- 60 credits or more
- 30 but less than 60 credits
- Less than 30 credits
- None
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