What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Cook position at Crawford County Sheriff's Department?
Dietary / Food Service Worker – County Jail
Crawford County Sheriff's Office | Girard, Kansas
$15.53 per hour ($2,692.29/month) | Full-time | Overtime available
About the Position
The Crawford County Sheriff's Office is hiring a full-time Dietary / Food Service Worker for the Crawford County Jail. This position prepares and serves meals for the inmate population and keeps the kitchen safe, clean, and running on schedule. It's a good fit for someone who takes pride in their work, likes a steady routine, and wants stable public-sector employment with strong benefits. No law enforcement experience is required.
Pay
- $15.53 per hour ($2,692.29/month)
- Overtime available
- Paid training
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- KPERS retirement.
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
What You'll Do
- Prepare, cook, and serve meals for the inmate population on a set schedule, following approved menus and portion standards
- Prepare special and medical diet trays as directed
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and temperature-control standards
- Clean and sanitize the kitchen, equipment, and serving areas
- Receive, check, rotate, and store food deliveries and supplies
- Help track inventory and report supply needs
- Direct and monitor inmate kitchen workers while maintaining safety and security
- Account for knives, utensils, and other kitchen tools according to jail security procedures
- Keep accurate records of meals served, temperatures, and cleaning logs
- Follow all jail security, safety, and PREA policies
Requirements
- At least 18 years old
- High school diploma or GED
- Must pass a background investigation and drug screen
- Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds
- Able to work in a secure correctional facility
- Preferred: Food service or kitchen experience, institutional or large-volume cooking, or a food handler or ServSafe certification
Schedule
Full-time. Because meals are served every day, the schedule may include early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
How to Apply
Apply through Indeed, or contact:
- Adam Harrison, Finance & HR Director: aharrison@crsoks.org or 620-724-8274 ext. 131
The Crawford County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available on request during the application and hiring process.
Pay: From $15.53 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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