Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
- Applies food service principles, practices and methods governing food preparation activities such as food handling, proper storage and temperature control, cleaning of kitchen equipment and utensils to comply with safety and sanitary standards.
- Instructs inmate food service workers in the operation of various commercial kitchen equipment such as dishwashers, ovens, toasters, meat slicers, choppers, deep fryers, food processors, steam pots, blenders, and mixers.
- Instructs inmates/youth food service workers in food preparation, cooking, safe food and storage handling.
- Supervises inmates/youths in their kitchen assignments, directing their activities and establishing a positive working relationship.
- Maintains a positive supportive relationship with youth/inmates food service workers through appropriate use of active listening skills in providing guidance as needed.
- Prepares and cooks meals.
- Maintains control of kitchen utensils, tools and equipment.
- Enforces rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the institution and the department in the maintenance of discipline, order, security and housekeeping of assigned locations and staff.
- Enforces personal hygiene rules for inmate/youth food service workers to maintain sanitary standards.
- Prepares various reports and maintains accurate records.
- Attends various Department approved training courses.
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JOB REQUIREMENTS for Correctional Officer/Youth Rehab Food Service Specialist I
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
1. Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Experience in institutional or commercial cooking and baking.
3. Knowledge of proper safety, storage and sanitation standards for food items.
4. Knowledge of narrative report writing.
5. Possession of a Drivers License.
6. At least 19 1/2 years of age.
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*Incumbents working four or more hours between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. the following day will receive 5% shift differential pay.
DOC Special Requirement: Prior to institutional assignment, candidates must successfully complete all phases of a nine-week Correctional Office Basic Course. This course is administered by the Department of Correction at the Employee Development Center. Coursework includes physical, classroom and hands-on training. Instruction is provided in the areas of inmate supervision, defensive tactics, riot control, weapons, report writing and emergency medical training.
NOTE: The Correctional Officer Training Program is approved by the Veterans Administration Delaware State Approving Authority for the training of Veterans.
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Pre-employment Drug Testing: Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.
Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.
Union: As a condition of accepting employment, the person selected for this position shall join and pay dues to the labor organization or may, instead not join but pay a service fee no greater than the dues. The labor organization has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other work related purposes.
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