Corrections Food Service Leader 4

The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using cutting-edge research and evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.

The Division of Adult Institution is recruiting for a two Corrections Food Service Leader 4positions. These positions are located at Racine Correctional Institution at 2019 Wisconsin St., Sturtevant, WI and Racine Youthful Offender Correctional Facility at 1501 Albert St., Racine, WI.

DOC is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, nine paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits
• A casual office atmosphere and flexible work schedules depending on the position’s requirements
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being

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This position is responsible for daily production, menu planning, and provision of orientation, instruction, and communication of dietary and menu changes to Food Service staff. This position may use computer software in the preparation of food recipes, etc. Direct the production of meals; train and supervise Persons In Our Care (PIOC) Food Service workers; plan meals and procure supplies; care for and clean kitchen equipment; maintain food inventory and proper sanitation methods.

This position is in pay schedule/range 03-14 with a starting pay rate of $24.59/hour, plus excellent benefits. Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensations Plan, Wisconsin Administrative Code, and statutes. A twelve-month probationary period is required.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

Qualified applicants will have experience in all the following:

• Working in a Food Service environment, including handling, preparing, and cooking/baking of food as well as following standardized recipes
• Maintaining cleanliness, food safety, and sanitation standards
• Leading or overseeing the work of others (e.g. training/instructing, assigning duties, reviewing work, etc.)

To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application andshould detail your training and experience related to the qualifications listed in the job posting. Limit to a maximum of 2 pages each. For instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications for your application and what should be included in these materials, click here.

Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring process for available vacancies.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.

Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm on April 1, 2024.

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