Food Service Lead - Cook Coordinator

Come help the Department of Corrections transform lives for a safer Minnesota! Each day when you come to work for the Department of Corrections, you have the opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota.

Working Title:
Food Service Lead
Job Class:
Cook Coordinator
Agency:
Corrections Dept

• Job : 95843
• Location:
  Moose Lake and Willow River
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 07/25/2026
• Closing Date: 09/01/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Department of Corrections
• Division/Unit:
  Minnesota Correctional Facility (MCF) - Moose Lake
• Division Unit: Minnesota Correctional Facility (MCF) - Willow River
• Work Shift/Work Hours:
  Day Shift or Evening Shift/Varies
• Days of Work:
  Varies
• Days off: Varies
• Travel Required:
  No
• Salary Range: $22.79 - $31.43 / hourly; $47,585 - $65,625 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 203 - Service/AFSCME

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Have a passion for food and helping people?

· Start a career with excellent benefits and opportunity for advancement!

· Work dependable hours with a schedule that doesn't fluctuate!

· Retire early at the age of 55!

· Receive a pension when you retire!

This position provides guidance, instruction and direction to incarcerated workers in the preparation, presentation, handling, serving and clean-up of daily meals in the food services area to ensure facility meals provided meet quality and nutrition standards and service timelines. Responsible to monitor and adhere to safety and sanitation standards within the food services area, while maintaining a secure environment.

Up to five (5) positions may be filled by consideration of all applicants to this job posting. Four (4) positions are available at MCF-Moose Lake and one (1) position is available at MCF-Willow River. Applicants will have the option to designate their preference(s) at the time of interview.

MCF
- Moose Lake
is in the small town of Moose Lake, MN, with a city population of 2,565. The facility is a major employer in the area, originating as a state hospital in 1937 before transitioning to a Minnesota Correctional Facility in 1988. We boast about having a small-town atmosphere that is welcoming to all, whether from the area or commuting. Our desire is to train and empower our staff to find their passion within the confines of the facility or work done for the DOC.

Whether it’s to provide safety and security, teach, train, or provide a service to staff and those incarcerated within our care, staff can expect to be accepted and well-trained, in return for hard work and professionalism. Shifts available at MCF-Moose Lake include:

• 4:30 am - 12:30 pm | Sunday
  - Thursday with Friday/Saturday days off
• 11:30 am - 7:30 pm | Sunday
  - Thursday with Friday/Saturday days off
• 4:30 am - 12:30 pm | Tuesday
  - Saturday with Sunday/Monday days off
• 11:30 am - 7:30 pm | Tuesday
  - Saturday with Sunday/Monday days off

MCF – Willow River
is home to the Challenge Incarceration Program (CIP). CIP is a minimum-security boot camp program that allows non-violent individuals who qualify to earn early release. The culture of CIP is that of a therapeutic, purpose-driven boot camp where all staff regularly interact with the participant population, which CIP Administration encourages. The warden and administrative staff support institution staff in interacting with the institution population in a firm, fair, and consistent manner.

The senior staff routinely mentor new staff, ensuring their success in their new positions. The staff value collaboration and endeavor to work together for the success of the program. Shifts available at MCF-Willow River include:

• 5:00 am - 3:00 pm | Friday
  - Monday…