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Correctional Food Services Supervisor 1

Recruitment # 250729-2475CO-001

Location East Lyme, CT Enfield, CT

Date Opened 8/1/2025 11:30:00 AM

Salary $53,681 - $70,716/year

Job Type Open to the Public

Close Date 8/11/2025 11:59:00 PM

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Do you have experience in the preparation and serving of complete daily meals in a large-scale institutional or commercial setting?

If so, we invite you to check out this opportunity!

The Connecticut Department of Correction (https://portal.ct.gov/DOC) (DOC) is seeking experienced food services professionals to hire as Correctional Food Services Supervisor 1 (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=2475CO&R1=&R3=) 's in our Food Services Unit. We currently have immediate vacancies at Carl Robinson Correctional Institution (https://portal.ct.gov/doc/facility/robinson-ci) in Enfield, CT and York Correctional Institution (https://portal.ct.gov/doc/facility/york-ci) in East Lyme, CT. Applicants to this posting can be considered for any future vacancies within Fairfield, Hartford, New Haven, New London, and Tolland counties.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

+ NEW: Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) page!

+ This is a Hazardous Duty Position and offers a pension plan, the State Employees Retirement System Tier IV. As a Hazardous Duty employee, you will be eligible to retire after just 25 years of service, regardless of your age.

+ This position is represented by the Council 4 AFSCME (NP-4) bargaining unit, Local 1303Union.

+ A substantial benefit package which includes your choice of Medical and Dental insurance plans;

+ An optional deferred compensation package, optional life insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

+ Accrued sick, vacation, and personal leave time as well as 13 state holidays;

+ Work at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on both America's Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our dynamic job market and commitment to fostering a thriving workforce, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for both seasoned professionals and fresh graduates seeking to launch their careers.

+ Professional growth and development opportunities.

+ A healthy work/life balance to all employees (https://www.jobapscloud.com/ct/sup/EVPPDF123020.pdf) .

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POSITION DETAILS The current vacancies for this position are located at Carl Robinson Correctional Institution in Enfield and York Correctional Institution in East Lyme. This is a full-time, 36.25-hour-per-week position. The schedule is a 5-day work week with rotating weekend and holiday shifts. Current positions are on first shift, but third shift positions may become available. Schedules are as follows:

+ Carl Robinson CI (Enfield): First shift 10:00am-6:15pm

+ York CI (East Lyme): First shift 1:15pm-6:30pm

After two years of successful service as a Correctional Food Supervisor 1, the incumbent will be promoted to the position of Correctional Food Service Supervisor 2 (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=2364CO&R1=&R3=) . As the Food Service Supervisor 1, you will be responsible for:

+ Supervising and training the offender staff;

+ Planning and implementing kitchen functions;

+ Food preparation and serving;

+ Practicing food safety and sanitation;

+ Maintaining a clean and sanitary standardized workplace;

+ Assisting with food inventory, including ordering, shipping, receiving, storage, and rotation (FIFO).

You will have direct contact with inmates of all security levels, both as workers and within your assigned facility. You will be responsible for supervising inmates in the preparation and serving of meals. All Food Service professionals will be provided with uniforms and footwear. The selected candidate will need to complete 14 weeks of training at our Training Academy in Cheshire, CT. This training consists of both classroom and on-the-job training. There are physical elements to the training: Behavior Management Program - training in the use of physical force as it applies to self-defense, and the maintenance of order and security within the inmate population. It consists of one day of classroom presentation and nine days of “hands-on” physical training. To graduate, trainees will be required to pass a written exam, as well as a practical skills test, which will be scored.

ABOUT US

Since 1968, the Connecticut Department of Correction has proudly served and protected the citizens of the State of Connecticut by daily ensuring the safety, security, and order of our 14 correctional facilities in a manner that is widely viewed as a national model. The Department endeavors to provide the programming, education, and treatment that willing inmates may utilize to improve themselves and the success of their eventual reintegration into society. Our staff of dedicated correctional professionals takes great PRIDE (Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dignity, Excellence) in the daily performance of their duty to our state.

The Carl Robinson Correctional Institution is a level 3 medium-security facility. It houses sentenced offenders and provides a great emphasis on programming and education. The Robinson Correctional Institution offers a wide assortment of programming for inmates including intensive in-patient substance abuse treatment and a full menu of educational and vocational programming including culinary arts, machine tooling, small engine repair and community college courses. The York Correctional Institution is a high-security facility. It serves as the state's only institution for female offenders. It serves all superior courts in Connecticut and manages all pretrial and sentenced female offenders, whatever their security level.

OUR MISSION

The State of Connecticut Department of Correction (DOC) shall strive to be a global leader in progressive correctional practices and partnered re-entry initiatives to support responsive evidence-based practices aligned to law-abiding and accountable behaviors. Safety and security shall be a priority component of this responsibility as it pertains to staff, victims, citizens, and offenders.

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Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library (https://portal.ct.gov/das/home/services-for-state-employees/statewide-human-resources/applicant-reference-library?language=en\_US) for additional support throughout the recruitment process.

BEFORE YOU APPLY:

+ Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

+ Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below.

+ Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

+ Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

+ Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing [email protected].

+ Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

+ Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

+ Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).

+ Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!

+ Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.

+ The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

+ Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Jake Ferrari at [email protected].

Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a Department of Correction facility or district this class is accountable for the preparation, retherming and service of daily meals.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

+ Supervises inmates and assists in preparation, retherming and serving of food in a correctional facility or district;

+ Oversees cleaning, sanitation and maintenance of kitchen area and equipment;

+ Instructs and trains inmates in light food preparation, retherming and serving;

+ Assists with storage, rotation and security of food;

+ Keeps records and makes reports;

+ Assists with requisition of food and kitchen supplies;

+ Maintains discipline and security measures;

+ May assist in food preparation, cooking and serving;

+ May conduct security checks and tours;

+ May physically restrain inmates, quell disturbances and otherwise assist custodial forces in emergencies;

+ Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

+ Knowledge of

+ current materials and equipment used in large scale food preparation and service;

+ kettle preparation, oven and grill work;

+ principles, methods and practices of food preparation and service;

+ safety and sanitation problems related to large scale food service operations;

+ Considerable

+ interpersonal skills;

+ oral and written communication skills;

+ Ability to

+ instruct inmates;

+ keep records and make reports;

+ read and write recipes;

+ perform under stress;

+ utilize computer software;

+ Supervisory ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of experience in the preparation and serving of complete daily meals in a large scale (500 meals per day) institutional or commercial setting such as a hospital, residential school, extended care facility, rest home, full service restaurant, military mess, large catering business or other similar environment.

NOTE: Experience in fast food operations does not qualify.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

College training in dietetics, hotel, restaurant and/or food service, nutrition or a related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equaling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of one (1) year.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Experience supervising food services employees, preferably in a large-scale institutional or commercial setting (Hospital, Residential School, Extended Care Facility, Rest Home, Full Service Restaurant, Military Mess, or Large Catering Business);

+ Serv Safe Certified;

+ Experience in planning and implementing day-to-day work

+ assignments for staff;

+ Experience handling disagreements and stressful situations while maintaining a high level of professionalism;

+ Experience in producing large volumes, 500 meals per day. This includes: receiving foods, food inventory, food ordering, food storage and rotation (FIFO), food safety and sanitation;

+ Experience managing or training employees;

+ Experience with Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP).

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Incumbents in this class are required to possess a high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification at the time of appointment.

+ Incumbents in this class may be required to successfully complete a formal training course in correctional work to develop the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the class.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Incumbents in this class must have general good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity required to perform all the duties of the class.

+ A comprehensive medical examination, including a controlled substance screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to significant stress of confinement within a dangerous and volatile prison population and to considerable danger of injury from assaultive and/or abusive inmates and disagreeable conditions.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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