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Food Service Worker

GD Correctional Services
Camden, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 10/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/11/2027

FOOD SERVICE WORKER

DAY SHIFT: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

PART TIME OR FULL TIME OPPORTUNITIES. MUST BE AVAILABLE ON WEEKENDS.

Summary: Prepares, presents, and serves food as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Prep work including, washing, peeling, cutting, and seeding vegetables and fruits along with weighing and measuring designated ingredients.

· Carries pans, kettles, and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator while maintaining all safety standards.

· Properly stores foods in designated areas following wrapping, dating, and food safety and rotation procedures.

· Cleans work areas, equipment and utensils.

· Distributes supplies, utensils, and portable equipment.

· Utilizes approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control.

· Interacts with co-workers to ensure compliance with company service standards, and inventory and cash control procedures.

· Assures compliance with all sanitation and safety requirements.

· Performs other duties and functions as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Previous food service or institutional cooking experience preferred
  • Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices
  • Ability to follow instructions and standardized recipes
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to work in a structured, secure environment

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds
  • Frequent bending, lifting, and repetitive motions
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Work Environment

  • Secure correctional facility setting
  • Interaction with incarcerated individuals under supervision
  • Exposure to kitchen equipment, heat, and noise
  • Must comply with all safety, security, and confidentiality requirements

Additional Requirements

  • Must pass background check and security clearance
  • Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality and professional conduct standards
  • Willingness to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17

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