Corrections Food Service Leader

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The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.

The Correctional Food Service Leader 2 positions are located at correctional institutions statewide. Hours and shifts for these positions will vary by institution.

• Columbia Correctional Institution (Portage, WI)
• Dodge Correctional Institution (Waupun, WI)
• Green Bay Correctional Institution (Green Bay, WI)
• Jackson Correctional Institution (Jackson, WI)
• Oshkosh Correctional Institution (Oshkosh, WI)
• Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility (Milwaukee, WI)
• Racine Correctional Institution (Sturtevant, WI)
• Redgranite Correctional Institution (Redgranite, WI)
• Stanley Correctional Institution (Stanley, WI)
• Waupun Correctional Institution (Waupun, WI)
• Wisconsin Secure Program Facility (Boscobel, WI)

These positions are responsible for food production lead work. General responsibilities include: the preparation and distribution of the food, including special diets, for the inmates and staff of the institution; maintenance of a safe and sanitary food service area; care for and clean kitchen equipment; plan meals and procure supplies; maintain food inventory; maintenance of security in the food service department;

and training of new inmate workers and food service staff in all facets of operation.

The CFSL 2 is in pay schedule and range 03-12 with a starting pay of $22.18 per hour. Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensations Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code. A twelve-month probationary period is required.

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation/personal time, nine paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance:
  Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment
• An optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application. The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

• Proper methods of food handling.
• Use of standardized recipes.
• Use and care of kitchen tools and equipment.
• Materials, methods, and equipment used in large-scale food preparation.
• Methods of leading food preparation activities on a large scale efficiently.
• Quantity cooking in an institutional setting.

To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application as described above by the stated date. Apply through the “Careers” tile on your ESS Portal.

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