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THE POSITION

Are you looking for a role where your leadership in the kitchen helps guide vocational learning as a Corrections Food Service Instructor with the Department of Corrections? At the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Laurel Highlands, you support inmate workers by teaching food preparation, safety practices, and proper equipment use. You join a team that values structure, dependability, and strong instruction. This position offers a chance to build skills while contributing to safe and efficient food service operations.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position leads inmate workers in food service operations by providing training, guidance, and oversight in meal preparation and sanitation. It supports safe, efficient kitchen practices that help maintain high standards across the institution. As a Corrections Food Service Instructor, you will perform the following duties:

Vocational Training:

Teach inmates food preparation, baking, service, and safe operation of tools and equipment

Quality Control:

Inspect food, equipment, and work areas to ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards

Meal Production:

Prepare meals according to recipes, manage timing, and recycle leftovers to reduce waste

Supply Management:

Requisition, receive, and store food and supplies while following first-in, first-out procedures

Work Oversight:

Assign tasks, maintain work records, and evaluate performance of inmate workers

General Duties:

Carry out related responsibilities and maintain care, custody, and control 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 and schedule will be determined by open shifts at the time of hire. This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.

Telework:

You will not have the option to telework in this position.

Salary:

In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 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:

Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required . You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements. 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. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. 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 video! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator. 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, eight 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 www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. Eligibility rules apply.","type","jobPosting","source","LC","accountId","47704574","organizationName","Commonwealth of PA","applicationUrl","https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a0aee48b59e0ed15&from=serp&vjs=3","Somerset, PA","isRemote",true,"location",{"_217":218,"_219":220},"createdAt","2026-09-25T06:39:50.345775490Z","updatedAt","2026-09-24T13:58:00.979Z","publishedAt","2026-09-22T00:00:00Z","expiresAt","2026-10-26T00:00Z","status","active","isExpired","isDiscoverable","isSearchable","isSpotlight","isDraft","careerSkills",[175,176,177,178,179,180,181,182,183,184,185,186,187],"requiredEducation","na","benefitCategories",[169,170,171,172,173,174],"isEmailRequired","isPhoneRequired","formattedDescription","

THE POSITION

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Vocational Training:

Teach inmates food preparation, baking, service, and safe operation of tools and equipment

Quality Control:

Inspect food, equipment, and work areas to ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards

Meal Production:

Prepare meals according to recipes, manage timing, and recycle leftovers to reduce waste

Supply Management:

Requisition, receive, and store food and supplies while following first-in, first-out procedures

Work Oversight:

Assign tasks, maintain work records, and evaluate performance of inmate workers

General Duties:

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 40 hour-work week Work hours and schedule will be determined by open shifts at the time of hire. This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.

Telework:

You will not have the option to telework in this position.

Salary:

In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 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:

Additional Requirements:

Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required . You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements. How to

Apply:

Veterans:

• 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, eight 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 www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. Eligibility rules apply.

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