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Food Service Worker - Lincoln Area

LocationLincoln, NE
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
PostedSep 2, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live4h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have1
Coursework, training and/or experience in food preparation, baking and/or kitchen operations in the food service industry or related field
Nice to have1
ServSafe or Food Handlers certification (current or previous)
Eligibility4
Must be at least 18 years of age
Pass medical exam
Pass drug test
Successfully complete the NE Corrections Training Program
Benefits
13 paid holidays
Vacation and sick leave
Military leave
Retirement
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Public service loan forgiveness
Career advancement
Training and development
The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Correctional Services - Agency 46
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate:
$18.478
Job Posting:
About the role
JR2026-00029073 Food Service Worker - Lincoln Area (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 Reception and Treatment Center or the Nebraska State Penitentiary.
Information about the Department can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at [email protected].
Benefits
Hiring range is $18.478-$27.239/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 $20,000 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
Responsibilities
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.
If you’re currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don’t apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
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