Oregon Department of Corrections
Corrections Food Service Coordinator (Salem) Permanent and Limit Duration/Job Ro
Oregon Department of Corrections, Salem, Oregon, us, 97308
Corrections Food Service Coordinator (Salem) Permanent and Limit Duration/Job Rotation opportunity
Oregon State Correctional Institution (OSCI) in Salem, Oregon is hiring a Corrections Food Service Coordinator for a permanent position and a limited‑duration (approximately 12 months) position that may also serve as a job rotation for current state employees.
About The Job – Your Role
Coordinate, instruct, and direct Adults in Custody (AIC) in the production and serving of meals.
Participate in the preparation of large‑volume cooking in a corrections environment.
Manage work crews, enforce security and hygiene procedures, and maintain order.
Prepare and serve a variety of foods, including standard, therapeutic, and special diets.
Conduct inventory, record keeping, and documentation of food production and supplies.
Perform regular sanitation, equipment maintenance, and safety checks.
Enforce security protocols, including searches for contraband and incident reporting.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, plus one (1) year of experience in a commercial food service facility, full‑service restaurant, or similar establishment; OR
Associate’s degree in Food Service Management, Foods and Hospitality Service, or a directly related field.
Must obtain a Food Handlers Permit within 30 days of hire.
Requested Skills
Team/crew management of up to 40 or more individuals.
Experience supervising a kitchen (restaurant, school cafeteria, military dining hall, government, or private food establishment).
Demonstrated cooking ability across a range of foods.
Knowledge of progressive cooking, food waste minimization, and temperature safety zones.
Strong sanitation instruction and execution skills.
Maintain a positive work environment while enforcing security procedures.
ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certificate (preferred).
Basic computer skills.
All current state employees (excluding contractors) must attach approval from their current supervisor if applying for the job rotation.
Application Information
Provide dates and duties of all relevant positions in your Work Experience section.
Answer the public records and veterans’ preference questionnaires immediately after submitting.
Monitor email and Workday for updates and additional assessment stages.
Complete any required written exercises within the specified timeframe to avoid disqualification.
Working Conditions This role is performed inside a secure adult correctional facility. Responsibilities include controlling contraband, responding to incidents, and maintaining a safe environment under conditions of high noise, variable temperatures, and physically demanding tasks such as bending for searches.
About The Department The Oregon Department of Corrections manages over 12,000 adults in custody across 12 state prisons and oversees more than 24,000 offenders in community supervision programs.
Benefits
Family, vision, and dental insurance.
Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays.
21 days paid military leave for National Guard and reserve members.
Optional short‑ and long‑term disability.
Term life insurance.
Fully paid retirement program.
Oregon Saving Growth Plan.
Health and childcare flexible spending accounts.
Additional benefits may apply.
About The Process – What To Expect
Initial review of education and experience after application deadline.
Top candidates referred to hiring manager for interview scheduling.
Panel interview with standardized questions and scoring.
Background checks, PREA check, and reference checks for final candidates.
Compensation determination by Compensation Analyst.
Job offer extended through Workday.
Requirements For Employment Successful candidates must pass a CJIS fingerprint‑based background check. Some felony convictions may disqualify an applicant; however, a criminal record does not automatically exclude consideration.
Equality, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDI&B) are core values. The Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer and pursues policies that comply with federal and state laws.
Questions For questions about the position or recruitment process, contact the recruiter and reference requisition number 192610.
Recruiter Maria Arellano – Maria.A.Arellano@doc.state.or.us
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industry: Public Safety
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About The Job – Your Role
Coordinate, instruct, and direct Adults in Custody (AIC) in the production and serving of meals.
Participate in the preparation of large‑volume cooking in a corrections environment.
Manage work crews, enforce security and hygiene procedures, and maintain order.
Prepare and serve a variety of foods, including standard, therapeutic, and special diets.
Conduct inventory, record keeping, and documentation of food production and supplies.
Perform regular sanitation, equipment maintenance, and safety checks.
Enforce security protocols, including searches for contraband and incident reporting.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, plus one (1) year of experience in a commercial food service facility, full‑service restaurant, or similar establishment; OR
Associate’s degree in Food Service Management, Foods and Hospitality Service, or a directly related field.
Must obtain a Food Handlers Permit within 30 days of hire.
Requested Skills
Team/crew management of up to 40 or more individuals.
Experience supervising a kitchen (restaurant, school cafeteria, military dining hall, government, or private food establishment).
Demonstrated cooking ability across a range of foods.
Knowledge of progressive cooking, food waste minimization, and temperature safety zones.
Strong sanitation instruction and execution skills.
Maintain a positive work environment while enforcing security procedures.
ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certificate (preferred).
Basic computer skills.
All current state employees (excluding contractors) must attach approval from their current supervisor if applying for the job rotation.
Application Information
Provide dates and duties of all relevant positions in your Work Experience section.
Answer the public records and veterans’ preference questionnaires immediately after submitting.
Monitor email and Workday for updates and additional assessment stages.
Complete any required written exercises within the specified timeframe to avoid disqualification.
Working Conditions This role is performed inside a secure adult correctional facility. Responsibilities include controlling contraband, responding to incidents, and maintaining a safe environment under conditions of high noise, variable temperatures, and physically demanding tasks such as bending for searches.
About The Department The Oregon Department of Corrections manages over 12,000 adults in custody across 12 state prisons and oversees more than 24,000 offenders in community supervision programs.
Benefits
Family, vision, and dental insurance.
Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays.
21 days paid military leave for National Guard and reserve members.
Optional short‑ and long‑term disability.
Term life insurance.
Fully paid retirement program.
Oregon Saving Growth Plan.
Health and childcare flexible spending accounts.
Additional benefits may apply.
About The Process – What To Expect
Initial review of education and experience after application deadline.
Top candidates referred to hiring manager for interview scheduling.
Panel interview with standardized questions and scoring.
Background checks, PREA check, and reference checks for final candidates.
Compensation determination by Compensation Analyst.
Job offer extended through Workday.
Requirements For Employment Successful candidates must pass a CJIS fingerprint‑based background check. Some felony convictions may disqualify an applicant; however, a criminal record does not automatically exclude consideration.
Equality, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDI&B) are core values. The Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer and pursues policies that comply with federal and state laws.
Questions For questions about the position or recruitment process, contact the recruiter and reference requisition number 192610.
Recruiter Maria Arellano – Maria.A.Arellano@doc.state.or.us
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industry: Public Safety
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