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Correctional Kitchen Operations Lead

Ad-Vance Talent Solutions
Palmetto, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/1/2026

Food Service Inmate Crew Leader

$18.38/HR

Palmetto, FL


Schedule: Rotating 12-hour Split Shifts (2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off)

Shift Times: 2:30am-2:15pm or 3am-2:45pm or 6:45am-6:30pm


Supervises inmates in the preparation and production of meals for inmates as well as staff; supervises cleaning of dishes, utensils, pots, cooking equipment, and all Food Services areas. May include working in the Bakery, in the Prep, Cook/Chill, or Dish Room areas on the floor. Responsible for maintaining accurate inventory of kitchen tools, keys, and chemicals. Ensures all food products are handled and stored properly, and monitors portions and inventory. Tracks production of special diets as required.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
  • Must be able to pass the MCSO Defensive Driving Course.
  • Valid Florida driver license required.
  • First Responder Certification required within first year of employment.
  • Florida Food Manager certification required within first year of employment.
  • Requires standing and/or walking for sustained periods of time.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance.


TASKS AND POLICIES:

  • Observes dining/kitchen areas, checking for and resolving/seizing/reporting any existing or potential security breaches, contraband, or weapons, pursuant to FMJS regulations and agency policy.
  • Supervises and/or assists inmates in preparation, production, and serving of food, ensuring that it is prepared in compliance with FMJS/OSHA regulations and agency food policy and procedures.
  • Ensures safety of inmates, staff and visitors by diligently maintaining thorough and documented key and knife control consistent with FMJS regulations and agency policies and procedures.
  • Successfully completes all assignments to specifications, within specified time frame and budget as directed and in accordance with agency policies and regulations.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

Supervises inmates in the preparation and production of meals for inmates as well as staff; supervises cleaning of dishes, utensils, pots, cooking equipment, and all Food Services areas. May include working in the Bakery, in the Prep, Cook/Chill, or Dish Room areas on the floor. Responsible for maintaining accurate inventory of kitchen tools, keys, and chemicals. Ensures all food products are handled and stored properly, and monitors portions and inventory. Tracks production of special diets as required.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
  • Must be able to pass the MCSO Defensive Driving Course.
  • Valid Florida driver license required.
  • First Responder Certification required within first year of employment.
  • Florida Food Manager certification required within first year of employment.
  • Requires standing and/or walking for sustained periods of time.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance.


TASKS AND POLICIES:

  • Observes dining/kitchen areas, checking for and resolving/seizing/reporting any existing or potential security breaches, contraband, or weapons, pursuant to FMJS regulations and agency policy.
  • Supervises and/or assists inmates in preparation, production, and serving of food, ensuring that it is prepared in compliance with FMJS/OSHA regulations and agency food policy and procedures.
  • Ensures safety of inmates, staff and visitors by diligently maintaining thorough and documented key and knife control consistent with FMJS regulations and agency policies and procedures.
  • Successfully completes all assignments to specifications, within specified time frame and budget as directed and in accordance with agency policies and regulations.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned. IND3

 

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