Corrections Food Service Instructor - SCI Somerset

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Corrections Food Service Instructor - SCI Somerset

Salary

$47,925.00 - $96,538.00 Annually

Location

Somerset County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-40412

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

CR SMR Food Svcs

Opening Date

01/14/2026

Closing Date

1/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

81510

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

PSCOA

Bargaining Unit

H1

Pay Group

CO35

Bureau / Division Code

00116670

Bureau / Division

State Correctional Institution at Somerset

Worksite Address

1590 Walters Mill Road

City

Somerset, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15510

Contact Name

Corleen Schmucker

Contact Phone

717-562.5736

Contact Email

cschmucker@pa.gov

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THE POSITION
Are you driven by a passion for the food service industry and a commitment to making a meaningful difference? The Department of Corrections is seeking energetic and self-motivated Food Service Instructors to share their talent with our meal service team at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Somerset. In this key role, you will guide and mentor inmate workers, overseeing daily food service operations while helping them develop valuable skills that will nurture their future success. Bring your knowledge, leadership, and compassion to a career where your expertise makes a real difference. Apply today and discover a rewarding opportunity where your work truly matters!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will oversee food service tasks and provide vocational training to inmates. Your responsibilities include teaching food preparation, production, service, and baking. You will guide them on the safe and sanitary use of tools and equipment, including proper cleaning, maintenance, and storage practices. Additionally, you will instruct inmates on meal preparation according to recipes, ensuring timely preparation and serving of meals. Duties involve inspecting food service areas, equipment, and food to ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards. You will also review census and menu data, adjust recipes as needed, and manage leftover food to minimize waste by recycling it into usable products.Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employment, 40 hours per weekWork hours are 4:00 AM to 12:00 PM or 11:00 PM to 7:00 PM.Your work schedule will be determined by open shifts at the time of hire.This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiableYou will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONSMinimum 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; orAn equivalent combination of experience and training.Additional Requirements:S