Corrections Food Service Leader 3

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 Wisconsin Correctional Center System is currently recruiting to fill a Food Service Leader 3 position. This position is based out of the Oregon Correctional Center in Oregon, 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 (for full time employees) a minimum of 3.5 weeks of vacation/year, 4.5 days of personal holiday, 9 paid legal holidays, and up to 16.25 days of accrued sick time that can roll over from year to year.
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus access to an optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits.
• EAP: A free and confidential employee assistance program offering employees and their immediate family/dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• The Well Wisconsin Program administered by WebMD, provides tools and resources to help participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.

Please click here for a quick downloadable summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore State of Wisconsin employment benefits on the website.

This position is responsible for the food service operation at the Oregon Correctional Center. Direct the production of meals, train and supervise inmate food service workers; plan meals and procure supplies; care for and clean kitchen equipment; maintain food inventory and proper sanitation standards. May work holidays and weekends, and other times as needed and/or directed. This position will use computer software in the preparation of food estimates.

This position is in pay schedule and range 03-13 with an hourly wage starting at $21.96.

Pay rates on appointment for current or former state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code.

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.

For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook.

Minimally qualified applicants will have experience:

• Working in a food service environment including handling, preparing, and cooking/baking of food as well as following standardized recipes

• Leading or overseeing the work of others (e.g. training/instructing, assigning /reviewing work, etc.)
• Maintaining cleanliness, food safety, and sanitation standards

Click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application.

Applicants should attach a letter of qualification and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the qualifications mentioned above. It is not necessary to include references at this time. Your letter of qualification and resume will be evaluated and is considered the assessment for this position. Your letter of qualification and resume should be limited to a maximum of two pages each.

Your submission will be evaluated by one or more job experts. The most eligible candidates will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For more information regarding your letter of qualification and resume, please click here.

Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.

Current State of Wisconsin (non-UW) employees: If you arrived at this posting through the Wisc.Jobs site, you will need to go to your Employee Self Services portal and apply through the “Careers” tile on the front page.

Questions can be directed to Jordan Hampton, HR Specialist, at [email protected].

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Please find more on the Department of Corrections’ Equity and Inclusion initiative.

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 pm on August 24, 2023.

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