State of North Carolina
Correctional Food Service Officer I, II, III (Statewide)
State of North Carolina, Rutherford, New Jersey, us, 07070
Correctional Food Service Officer I, II, III (Statewide)
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State of North Carolina About Us
NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees. It safeguards and preserves the lives and property of citizens by caring for adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. The department includes State Prisons and the Division of Community Supervision with divisions such as Administration, Compliance & Accreditation, Comprehensive Health Services, Internal Affairs & Intelligence Operations, Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission, and Rehabilitation & Reentry. Description of Work
NOW ELIGIBLE FOR A $3,000 SIGN ON BONUS!
To be eligible, a candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee subject to the State Human Resources Act. Hires with a start date prior to July 1, 2025 are eligible for a $7,000 Sign On Bonus; all hires with a start date on July 1, 2025 or after are eligible for a $3,000 Sign On Bonus. This position is also eligible for the Applicant Referral Bonus ($1,000). We recruit for Correctional Food Service Officer I, II, and III levels statewide. Salary Range per Classification
Correctional Food Service Officer I: $32,639 - $57,117 Correctional Food Service Officer II: $34,270 - $59,973 Correctional Food Service Officer III: $35,984 - $62,971 Job Responsibilities
Supervise offenders performing large-scale food production and food service operations at a correctional institution/facility. Prioritize effective communication in verbal and written forms and adhere to instructions. Maintain all food service equipment and understand menu specifications. Ensure sanitary food handling practices and knowledge of nutritional values. Manage inventory levels and ensure timely ordering of food products and cleaning supplies. Custody Levels Defined
Officer I: Minimum – Offenders require minimal oversight. Officer II: Medium – Offenders require more supervision than Minimum. Officer III: Close – Offenders require close supervision and controlled movement. Work Schedule
This is a full-time position. Employees must be able to work any shift including rotating, fixed shift, or split shift and may include days, nights, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime as required. Minimum Education And Experience
High school or GED diploma and one year of experience in institutional food preparation and food services for Officer I. High school or GED diploma and two years of experience for Officer II. High school or GED diploma and three years of experience for Officer III. Special Qualifications
Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission. EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter
Gabriel Earley recruiters@dac.nc.gov
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Join to apply for the Correctional Food Service Officer I, II, III (Statewide)
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State of North Carolina About Us
NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees. It safeguards and preserves the lives and property of citizens by caring for adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. The department includes State Prisons and the Division of Community Supervision with divisions such as Administration, Compliance & Accreditation, Comprehensive Health Services, Internal Affairs & Intelligence Operations, Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission, and Rehabilitation & Reentry. Description of Work
NOW ELIGIBLE FOR A $3,000 SIGN ON BONUS!
To be eligible, a candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee subject to the State Human Resources Act. Hires with a start date prior to July 1, 2025 are eligible for a $7,000 Sign On Bonus; all hires with a start date on July 1, 2025 or after are eligible for a $3,000 Sign On Bonus. This position is also eligible for the Applicant Referral Bonus ($1,000). We recruit for Correctional Food Service Officer I, II, and III levels statewide. Salary Range per Classification
Correctional Food Service Officer I: $32,639 - $57,117 Correctional Food Service Officer II: $34,270 - $59,973 Correctional Food Service Officer III: $35,984 - $62,971 Job Responsibilities
Supervise offenders performing large-scale food production and food service operations at a correctional institution/facility. Prioritize effective communication in verbal and written forms and adhere to instructions. Maintain all food service equipment and understand menu specifications. Ensure sanitary food handling practices and knowledge of nutritional values. Manage inventory levels and ensure timely ordering of food products and cleaning supplies. Custody Levels Defined
Officer I: Minimum – Offenders require minimal oversight. Officer II: Medium – Offenders require more supervision than Minimum. Officer III: Close – Offenders require close supervision and controlled movement. Work Schedule
This is a full-time position. Employees must be able to work any shift including rotating, fixed shift, or split shift and may include days, nights, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime as required. Minimum Education And Experience
High school or GED diploma and one year of experience in institutional food preparation and food services for Officer I. High school or GED diploma and two years of experience for Officer II. High school or GED diploma and three years of experience for Officer III. Special Qualifications
Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission. EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter
Gabriel Earley recruiters@dac.nc.gov
#J-18808-Ljbffr