State of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah
Sep 29, 2023
Full time
Salary: $24.12 Hourly Location : Salt Lake County, UT Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 38969 Agency: 410 Department of Corrections Opening Date: 09/26/2023 Closing Date: 10/11/:59 PM Mountain FLSA: Non-Exempt Recruiter: Crystal Haywood # of Openings: 3 Location: Utah State Correctional Facility in Salt Lake City1480 North 8000 West Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check. Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period. Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details. Driver License Requirements: Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to the Driver Eligibility standards found at the following link: EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: . Job Description The Utah Department of Corrections is looking for experienced professional supervisors in the culinary arts and food service industry. If you are a highly motivated career minded supervisor and enjoy collaborating to improve the lives of others, please consider joining our team as a Food Service Supervisor (Program Specialist I) in the Division of Prison Operations at the Utah State Correctional Facility in Salt Lake City. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to supervise, mentor, teach and train well behaved criminal offenders in culinary arts at a large professional culinary food service operation. An important role of the Food Service Supervisor is helping offenders achieve goals to improve their lives by teaching them the culinary and workplace skills necessary to help them lead productive and successful lives. If hired, you'd soon be helping open a state of the art "Cook-chill" food service operation at a newly constructed prison. Career advancement within the food service organization will be possible in future promotional opportunities that may include Culinary Food Service Manager (Program Specialist II) and Culinary Food Service Administrator (Program Manager). This job is NOT public safety certified and does not require peace officer status or certification. Principal Duties With assistance from correctional officers who handle all security duties, the Food Service Supervisor teaches, trains, mentors and supervises medium security/general population criminal offenders at a large prison professional kitchen and food service operation. The Food Service Supervisor can perform, teach, train and monitor all kitchen operations and production activities. This includes the responsibility to ensure operations follow food safety regulations, laws, requirements and practices. Adherence to all established correctional food service standards is required. Strick adherence to safety and security guidelines, policies and practices while working in and around a correctional institution environment is required. Other duties as assigned. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate for this position has the following: At least two years of previous experience managing/supervising subordinate personnel in a culinary production kitchen, restaurant or another food service related industry. Culinary or food service related education, certification or training. Working knowledge of computer/office equipment and software including Google Workplace. Experience adhering to OSHA workplace safety standards, food safety standards and health regulations, standards and laws. Knowledge about dietary requirements, food safety and health agency requirements. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Menu software experience is a plus, but not required. Knowledge about special diets is not required, however will be beneficial to the position. Servsafe manager certified or ability to receive certification within 6 months of employment. Leadership experience and ability. Why You Should Join Our Team The Utah Department of Corrections supports the pursuit of professional growth and development through a culture that encourages great employees, great attitudes and great teamwork. Besides working with a dedicated team of professionals who are dedicated to the public's safety, you will receive great health and retirement benefits. Medical Insurance options: High deductible option with low bi-weekly premium and the State contributes money into a health saving account for you to use. Traditional plan option with low bi-weekly premium. Low bi-weekly premiums for dental and vision insurance Retirement: You can choose to receive a pension with a 401(k) or a 401(k) only option where the State matches 10% of your salary. The State also matches up to $26 per paycheck into your 401(k) if you contribute into your 401(k). Paid time off: Earn 4 hours of annual leave (paid time off) and 4 hours of sick leave every pay period. 12 paid holidays. Click here to view a summary of the benefits we offer. The Agency The Utah Department of Corrections is a dedicated team of professionals who ensure public safety by effectively managing offenders while maintaining close collaboration with partner agencies and the community. Our team is devoted to providing maximum opportunities for offenders to make lasting changes through accountability, treatment, education, and positive reinforcement within a safe environment. For more information about the Utah Department of Corrections, click here. Example of Duties Can operate and teach, train, mentor and supervise well behaved criminal offender workers to operate all major professional culinary kitchen equipment/areas to include: scullery, bakery, advanced prep/cooking, tray line, cafeteria service, and cold/dry storage. Collaborates with managers/personnel, purchasing staff, vendors, and other areas/agencies to ensure an adequate supply of food, material and equipment is available to maintain food service operations. Account for delivery of food, supplies, and equipment. Conducts regular and spot check inventories of food, supplies, or equipment. Maintains accurate records and logs. Identifies problems or potential problem areas and collaborates with stakeholders to implement solutions. Ensure proper maintenance of all food service equipment and areas. Organizes food service areas/operations for maximum use and efficiency. May need to drive a non-CDL box truck or another vehicle. Typical Qualifications This is a supervisory level position that supervises well behaved criminal offender food service workers. 24 months of previous experience managing/supervising subordinate personnel in a culinary production kitchen, restaurant or another food service related industry is required. A High School diploma or GED is required. Culinary or food service related education, certification or training is preferred. Experience adhering to OSHA workplace safety standards, food safety standards and health regulations/standards/laws is preferred. Knowledge about menu development, dietary requirements, food safety and health agency requirements are preferred. Supplemental Information This job is NOT public safety certified and does not require peace officer status or certification. Typical work week will be four days, with three days off. Two 12 hour shifts from 5:00 am to 5:00 PM and two 8 hour shifts either 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM or 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. All correctional kitchens operate 365 days per year and the work schedule may include weekends and holidays. This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week; overtime is possible. Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around and operating large production kitchen equipment and working with hazardous chemicals, etc. Although correctional officers will be present to provide safety and security, there are some risks found in potentially dangerous correctional environments. You will receive training and tools to help mitigate these risks. The work requires moderate physical exertion such as standing for long periods of time, regularly operating large production kitchen equipment, frequent walking, lifting heavy objects up to 50 pounds, and climbing, crouching, or crawling is also possible. DHRM rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state of Utah employees. Benefits: The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. 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