Food Service Worker WEC Detention Facility

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McCook, NE - USA

profile Hourly Salary: $ 18 - 26
Posted on: 15 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Correctional Services - Agency 46


Location:

McCook NE


Hiring Rate:

$18.071


Job Posting:

JR2026- Food Service Worker - WEC Detention Facility (Evergreen) (Open)


Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed job is posted as open until closed):


Job Description:

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) is seeking dependable motivated individuals to join our food service team as entry-level Food Service Workers at the WEC Detention Facility.

Information about the Department can be found at: . For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations please contact Megan Jones at

Hiring range is $18.071-$26.639/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 $20000 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

DUTIES:
Train and manage inmates in the preparation and serving of food.
Coordinate sanitation safety and food storage.
Manage inventory by recording and reporting 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 food preparation baking and/or kitchen operations in the food service industry or related field.

Preferred Qualifications: ServSafe or Food Handlers certification (current or previous).

Other: Must be at least 18 years of age. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: 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.



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The work we do matters!Hiring Agency:Correctional Services - Agency 46Location: McCook NEHiring Rate:$18.071Job Posting:JR2026- Food Service Worker - WEC Detention Facility (Evergreen) (Open)Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed job is posted as open until closed):Job Descripti...
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