Pamunkey Regional Jail is looking for a candidate to complete routine tasks in the management of Food Services within a Correctional Facility. This position reports to the Food Services Manager and does not supervise employees. ## Special Instructions to Applicants - Responsible for supervising the preparation, cooking and serving of meals in the facility for staff and incarcerated individuals, to include the training and supervising of inmate workers; - Responsible for the cleanliness of the kitchen and equipment; - Enforce and follow sanitation and cleaning standards for kitchen operations; - Ensure food is prepared within timelines to meet nutritional standards; - Ensure food meets Department of Health Standards; - Ensure food served is proportioned correctly and according to direction; - Daily, direct contact and supervision of inmates; - Supervise the use of kitchen equipment in a safe manner; - Responsible for securing the kitchen facility at the end of each shift; - Compile and maintain utensil inventory; - Maintain accurate records as required by governing agencies; Responsible for proper storage and use of food. Working Conditions: Hazards - Chemicals - Propane/Heat - Water Environment - Institutional Kitchen Physical Effort - Minimal - Must be able to crawl, kneel, lift, run and climb - to include stairs - Must be able to lift up to 30# Exempt or Non-Exempt - Non-Exempt Essential or Non-Essential - Essential ## Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Unless implied, all are required. Knowledge of to include but not limited to: FDA nutritional requirements and State Health Department. requirements as it applies to food service and special dietary requirements; ability to utilize recipes and estimate appropriate food amounts; effectively communicate both orally and verbally; ability to calculate quantities of food; read and comprehend documents such as menus, recipes and other pertinent documents. Education, Experience and Training: Must be at least twenty (20) years of age; High school graduate or equivalent required. Minimum 3 years Food Preparation Experience, required; Prior experience in Corrections and/or Institutional food preparation is preferred. Experience with ordering, purchasing, inventory and receiving is preferred. Sanitation Certification is desired. A combination of education, experience and training equivalent to these requirements may be acceptable. ## Supplemental Information Special Conditions: - Criminal Records Check, including fingerprinting - Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Drivers License - Twelve-month probationary period - May work beyond normal work schedule, on occasion - Pre-employment physical examination, audiometric testing, drug testing, alcohol screening and repeated according to policy thereafter - Must wear civilian uniform, including safety equipment - Must maintain phone for emergency contact - Direct inmate contact