Corrections Food Service Supervisor - SCI Forest

Corrections Food Service Supervisor - SCI Forest

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Corrections Food Service Supervisor - SCI Forest

Salary

$51,868.00 - $104,716.00 Annually

Location

Forest County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-48690

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

CR FRS Food Svcs

Opening Date

04/29/2026

Closing Date

5/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

81520

Position Number

00071255

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

N2

Pay Group

CS37

Bureau / Division Code

00113270

Bureau / Division

State Correctional Institution at Forest

Worksite Address

286 Woodland Drive

City

Marienville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16239

Contact Name

Wendy Mangan

Contact Phone

717.307.3225

Contact Email

[email protected]

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THE POSITION

Step into a meaningful role as a Corrections Food Service Supervisor with the Department of Corrections (DOC). This position lets you guide food service teams while helping to support daily operations at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Forest. Your leadership will shape a safe, organized, and productive kitchen environment. Join a department where your work has a direct and positive impact-apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position leads food service operations by supervising staff, inmate workers, and daily kitchen activities to maintain a safe and efficient environment. The role supports strong food service standards and ensures compliance with safety and sanitation rules. As a Corrections Food Service Supervisor, you will perform the following duties:

• Staff Supervision: Oversee staff and inmate workers performing routine and specialized food service tasks

• Training Support: Provide orientation and instruction on regulations, job duties, safety practices, and special diet preparation

• Safety Inspection: Check food service areas, equipment, and food items to ensure sanitation and safety compliance

• Resource Review: Evaluate census data, approve supply requisitions, and ensure food availability for all dietary needs

• Equipment Oversight: Manage installation, operation, and maintenance of food service equipment

• Record Management: Prepare reports, maintain records, and help ensure security through searches of inmates and work areas

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Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment. 40 hours per week

• Work hours are 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with rotating days off.

• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.

• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience as a Corrections Food Service Instructor (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) ;or

• Three years of experience in food preparation, production, or service of a variety of complete meal menus in an institutional food service operation, food catering service, restaurant, or in a similar large-scale food production operation, which included one year of lead work experience;or

• An equivalent combination of experience and training, which included one year of lead work experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirement:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers ( for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

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*Eligibility rules apply.

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Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Corrections Food Service Instructor for one or more years full-time?

• Yes

• No

  02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

Do you possess one or more years of full-time lead work experience in food preparation, production, or service of a variety of complete meal menus in an institutional food service operation, food catering service, restaurant, or in a similar large-scale food production operation?

• Yes

• No

  04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

How many years of full-time experience in food preparation, production, or service of a variety of complete meal menus in an institutional food service operation, food catering service, restaurant, or in a similar large-scale food production operation do you possess?

• 3 years or more

• 2 but less than 3 years

• 1 but less than 2 years

• Less than 1 year

• None

  06

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

07

How much college coursework have you completed in Foods, Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Service, Institutional Management, or a related field?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

• 120 credits or more

• 90 but less than 120 credits

• 60 but less than 90 credits

• 30 but less than 60 credits

• Less than 30 credits

• None

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Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

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