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Reference #: 4302913 THE POSITION NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF N-2023-70534 WHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY OPEN FROM DECEMBER 11, 2023 TO DECEMBER 15, 2023. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY.

Are you a highly energetic, enthusiastic, self-motivated individual with a love of the food service industry? Are you looking for a career in food service that is unique and rewarding? The Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Camp Hillis seeking a Corrections Food Service Instructor to join our amazing team. This position leads inmate workers in food service operations at SCI, Camp Hill. If you have the required experience and have a desire to help inmates learn a trade, the DOC wants you to apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Corrections Food Service Instructor, you conduct food service work and provide instruction to inmates through on-the job vocational training. You instruct inmates in food preparation, production, service, and baking. In addition, you instruct inmates in safe and sanitary operation of tools and equipment, cleaning, maintenance, and storage practices. You also instruct inmates in the preparation of meals according to recipe, and ensure that meals are prepared and served in a timely manner.

Additional duties include inspecting food service areas, equipment and food to ensure conformance with established safety and sanitation standards. You review census and menu data, adjust recipes accordingly, and recycle leftover food into usable food products to reduce waste. You complete requisitions, and receive and store food and supplies in assigned work areas while ensuring first-in, first-out procedures are strictly followed.

You also plan and review inmate work assignments, conduct performance evaluations of inmate workers, and maintain all inmate worker records. In addition, you are responsible for maintaining care, custody, and control over inmates during work assignments.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 40-hour work week. Work hours, 4:30 AM to 12:30 PM; 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM; swing shift. rotating days off, paid lunch period. Schedule and pass days will be determined during the hiring process. This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55. Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $44,753.00 (before taxes). 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 Requirement:

You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements:

You must pass a background investigation and a criminal history report. 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. 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  and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at . 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.