Corrections Food Service Leader 2 - LTE

The Department of Corrections (DOC) is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.

The Division of Adult Institutions is currently recruiting to fill a Corrections Food Service Leader 2 - Limited Term Employment (LTE) position located at Waupun Correctional Institution in Waupun, WI.

Note: Candidates must be a resident of the State of Wisconsin in order to be considered. LTE positions are limited to working a total of 1039 hours over a period of 12 months.

This position is responsible for the direction of facility workers in the Bakery, Kitchen, and Serving Areas of the Food Service Department. This position is also responsible for the direction of all food preparation and serving activities on an assigned shift in the absence of, or as an assistant to the CFSL3, along with maintaining sanitation, safety, security and training of facility workers.

The starting pay is $22.63 per hour. The pay schedule/range is 03-12.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application. The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency to employment. Applicants who fail or refuse the drug screen will not be given further consideration for employment.

Qualified applicants will have:

1. Knowledge of large-scale food preparation.

2. Knowledge of large-scale Institutional Food Service.

3. Knowledge of training techniques.

4. Knowledge of quantity and quality control of recipes.

5. Knowledge of sanitation standards.

6. Knowledge of basic food service bookkeeping procedures.

7. Ability to instruct facility workers in food production and serving techniques.

8. Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

Applicants should attach a letter of qualifications and resume detailing their education, training, and experience relating to the qualifications mentioned above. It is not necessary to include references at this time. For more information regarding your letter of qualifications and resume, please click here.

Questions can be directed to Phia Vang, Human Resources Specialist at Phia.Vang@wisconsin.gov.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Online applications and materials must be submitted by 11:59pm on July 15th, 2026.

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