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Food Service Worker

Nebraska Department of Correctional Services
Lincoln, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2026

Link: https://son.wd108.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/NebraskaStateCareers/job/Food-Service-Worker---Tecumseh-State-Correctional-Institution_JR2024-00011903


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Location:

Tecumseh, NE


Job Posting:

JR2024-00011903 Food Service Worker - Tecumseh State Correctional Institution


Job Description:

The Tecumseh State Correctional Institution is seeking dependable individuals to join our food service team. If you have food service experience, and are looking for great benefits, become a member of our team.


For additional information, call 402-335-5998. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at Megan.Jones@Nebraska.gov.


Hiring range is $16.579-24.440/hour PLUS $3/hour facility differential for hours worked. Pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints, if approved. Shift differential may also apply.


• 13 paid holidays

• Vacation and sick leave (24 days your first year, accruing immediately)

• Military leave

• 156% state-matched retirement

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee assistance program

• 79% employer paid health insurance plans

• Dental and vision insurance plans

• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy

• Uniforms provided

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal government

• Wide variety and availability of career advancement

• Meaningful public service -- service with a purpose!

• Numerous training and development opportunities


 

Coordinate, train and manage inmates in the preparation and serving of food. Coordinate sanitation, safety and food storage. Examine inventory and store food products. Record and report food purchases and consumption. Duties include prolonged standing and walking. Overtime, voluntary and mandatory, includes weekends, holidays and double shifts.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Coursework, training and/or experience in the food service industry, or related field, to include food preparation, baking and/or kitchen operations.

Other: Must be at least 18 years of age. Shift work; weekend and holiday work required. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: the medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.


 

Must be able to work a shift assignment including weekends and holidays. Knowledge of: personal hygiene, kitchen equipment, supplies and utensils; basic food items such as fruits, vegetables, bakery goods, meats and poultry food sanitation; kitchen and dining room safety practices; cooking of meats, soups, and vegetables; food preparation; baking; facility sanitation and safety standards for cleaning, eating and cooking utensils; cooking equipment; handling and storage of toxic, caustic, and chemical products; planning and preparation of medical and religious special diets; the State of Nebraska Food Service Sanitation Manual; facility specific security and emergency procedures; food service preparation and production techniques of bulk food products for a large number of consumers; and agency and institutional policies related to safety, security and conduct. Also understand and enforce rules governing the conduct of inmates; train and supervise in all aspects of kitchen and dining room operations; communicate effectively with inmates/offenders and co-workers; prepare and supervise the preparation of complex and difficult recipes; alter menus to accommodate needs and food items on hand; take inventory and order food items and supplies; keep records; and interact and supervise inmate/offender workers and general population in a professional manner that is consistent with departmental policy.


 

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.


Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.


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