Kitchen Officer

Between $17.57 and $20.64 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Texas $17.79 - $23.23 Per hour Kitchen Officer Texas Association of Counties

Occupation:

Correctional Officers and Jailers

Location:

Victoria, TX - 77901 Positions available: 1 Job #: 16956415

Source:

WorkInTexas

Posted:

01/12/2026

Updated:

03/12/2026

Expires:

06/10/2026

Web Site:

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Remote:

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Job Type:

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POSITION

Kitchen Officer General Duties:

• To provide for the care, custody and control of inmates in the Victoria County Jail.
• Basic duties include inmate processing, maintaining order, and transporting inmates
• Conducting inmate and cell searches for contraband and enforcing facility rules
• This position is considered "Essential Personnel", which requires being on duty to respond during emergency situations including, but not limited to, natural and /or manmade disasters.

Specific Duties:

• Oversee preparation of daily meals
• Follow prepared menu and recipe guidelines
• Accept and verify deliveries
• Complete related paperwork

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Must work well with others
• Applicant must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Engage in physical activities
• Bilingual (Spanish / English) abilities are an asset, though not required
• Possess a valid Texas Driver License
• Licensed Detention Officer with TCOLE (If unlicensed, training will be provided after hiring)
• Maintain license requirements of a Detention Officer as defined by TCOLE.

Salary:

$17.57/hr - $20.64/hr

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled To apply for this position an application may be picked up by contacting the Training Unit at the Sheriff's Office or from the website - www.joinvictoriaso.org . Upon completion, applications should be turned in to the Training Unit at the VCSO