Top 36 Correctional food service Jobs in California

FOOD ADMINISTRATOR I (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)
California Correctional Health Care Services —San Joaquin County, CA
- $7,546 - $9,448 a month
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Fingerprint clearance
Assistant Dining Facility Manager – Fort Irwin
Food Services Inc of Gainesville —Fort Irwin, CA
- From $48,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- ServSafe
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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12d
Corrections Oversight Worker
Aramark —San Francisco, CA
- $24 - $25 an hour
- 18 years or older
- Fair chance
- Entry level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Corrections Oversight Worker - San Bruno Jail
Aramark —San Bruno, CA
- $23 - $24 an hour
- 18 years or older
- Fair chance
- Entry level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
3d
Security Monitor II
Core Civic —San Diego, CA
- $23.51 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Sanitation
- Mid-level
SUPERVISING CORRECTIONAL COOK DEPT OF CORRECTIONS
California Correctional Health Care Services —Solano County, CA
- $5,293 - $6,621 a month
- Full-time
- Current TB test
- Mid-level
- Fingerprint clearance
12d
CORRECTIONAL SUPERVISING COOK (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)
California Correctional Health Care Services —Solano County, CA
- $4,586 - $5,639 a month
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Fingerprint clearance
12d
Institutional Cook
County of Orange —Orange County, CA
- $55,099.20 - $74,131.20 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Basic math
- English
FOOD SERVICE PROD SUPERVISOR
The GEO Group —Adelanto, CA
- $47.86 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Health savings account
4d
CORRECTIONAL SUPERVISING COOK (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)
CDCR - San Quentin State Prison —Marin County, CA
- $4,586 - $5,639 a month
- Full-time
- Current TB test
- Sanitation
- Mid-level
10d
Head Institutional Cook
County of Orange —Orange County, CA
- $61,318.40 - $82,659.20 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Basic math
P/T FOOD SERVICE WORKER
The GEO Group —Adelanto, CA
- $24.86 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
- 1 year
4d
Correctional Senior Food Service Worker
County of Riverside —Riverside County, CA
- $43,932.70 - $65,401.89 a year
- Rotating shift
- Background check
- ServSafe
- Basic math
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
P/T FOOD SERVICE WORKER COOK
The GEO Group —Adelanto, CA
- $24.86 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
- 1 year
Sheriff's Cook*
San Bernardino County —San Bernardino County, CA
- $49,046.40 - $65,852.80 a year
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Military encouraged
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
FOOD SERVICE CLERK
The GEO Group —Adelanto, CA
- $19.56 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Health savings account
5d
Food Service Worker I/II - Sheriff's Office (Open & Promotional)
County of San Mateo —San Mateo, CA
- $30.86 - $36.35 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
- ServSafe
- Retirement plan
11d
FOOD SERVICE WORKER
The GEO Group —San Diego, CA
- $18.33 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
- 1 year
- Paid training
- Health savings account
Correctional Cook-Sheriff
County of El Dorado —Placerville, CA
- $42,224.00 - $51,313.60 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- US work authorization
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
Food Service Worker
Trinity Services Group —California City, CA
- $50.04 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- High school diploma or GED
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance

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FOOD ADMINISTRATOR I (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)

California Correctional Health Care Services -
San Joaquin County, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$7,546 - $9,448 a month

Qualifications

Kitchen health and safety standards
Staff supervision
Assisting with meal planning
Food service health code compliance
Patient meal service
Mid-level
Nutrition
Developing staff training programs as a food service manager
Experience working with individuals with specific dietary needs
Clinical staff training
Institutional kitchen experience
Compliance management
Bachelor's degree
Clinical training
Kitchen staff training
Experience working with incarcerated individuals
Dietetics
1 year
Managing food service teams
Meal planning
Process management
Hospital experience
Correctional policy compliance

Full Job Description

Job Posting: FOOD ADMINISTRATOR I - CALIFORNIA HEALTH CARE FACILITY

California Correctional Health Care Services

JC-523490

FOOD ADMINISTRATOR I - CALIFORNIA HEALTH CARE FACILITY
FOOD ADMINISTRATOR I (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)

$7,546.00 - $9,448.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 8/18/2026

Job Description and Duties

Effective July 1, 2025, in accordance with the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented in response to the status of the State budget. PLP 2025 requires each full-time employee in Bargaining Unit 19, and related Excluded, Exempt and Statutory Exempt employees, will have their base salary reduced by 3 percent and will receive 5 hours PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes.

Under the direction of the Correctional Health Services Administrator I/II, the Food Administrator I, CF plans, organizes, and directs all food service and dietary activities in a correctional facility health care program or may work under the direction of a Food Administrator II, CF in a large facility serving 3 meals per day to 500 or more residents. The Food Administrator I, CF works with clinical personnel on nutrition assessments, needs, dietary interventions and strategies, and plans dietary menus per clinical instruction. The Food Administrator I, CF develops, interprets, and applies standards and procedures governing the operation of the food service department; plans menus, estimates food requirements, and directs the preparation and service of food in accordance with the State food control system; inspects food facilities for compliance with sanitary, safety, and housekeeping standards; and plans and conducts In-Service Training (IST) programs for food service staff. Maintains order and supervises the conduct of the incarcerated and protects and maintains the safety of persons and property.

Minimum Qualifications

Either I

One year of experience in California state service performing the duties of a Dietitian.

Or II

Experience: One year of experience in a hospital as a dietitian, nutritionist, or food service manager, with responsibility for the technical direction of a group of diet pantry employees.

and Education: Equivalent to graduation from college and completion of an approved internship in institutional management or dietetics. (Membership in the American Dietetic Association or eligibility for such membership may be substituted for the required internship.)

Or III

Experience: Three years of experience as a dietitian, nutritionist, or food service manager with responsibility for the technical direction of a group of dietary unit employees, one year of which must have been under the supervision of a professionally trained dietitian.

and Education: Equivalent to graduation from college with a Bachelor's Degree in Foods, Nutrition, or Institution Management.

To obtain list eligibility for the FOOD AMINISTRATOR I, CORRECTIONAL FACILITY before applying for the position, you must first take and pass the

FOOD AMINISTRATOR I, CORRECTIONAL FACILITY examination.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-523490

Position #(s):

140-213-2153-XXX

Working Title:

FOOD ADMINISTRATOR I - CALIFORNIA HEALTH CARE FACILITY

Classification:

FOOD ADMINISTRATOR I (CORRECTIONAL FACILITY)

$7,546.00 - $9,448.00 P

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Work Location:

San Joaquin County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

California Health Care Facility - CCHCS

Department Information

This advertisement is for a(n) Food Administrator I, Correctional Facility position(s) located at California Health Care Facility (CHCF) in Stockton, CA located in SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY.

You must indicate JC-523490 and position number on your application: 140-213-2153-XXX.

Please Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.

Vision

We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.

Mission

To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.

CDCR and CCHCS are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for our employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities. Through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry into the community through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships. Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities.

CDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive respectful workplace. We are determined to attract and hire candidates from all communities and empower employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts at all levels of the Department.

Across our organization, our programs work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR and CCHCS mission.

Special Requirements

The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting.Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.

When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. To prepare for the State Application process, please visit Work4CA: State Application Checklist.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 8/18/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

California Correctional Health Care Services

Regional Human Resources–Northern

Attn: Lee Lor

Regional Human Resources - Northern

PO Box 588500, D1, Personnel

Elk Grove, CA 95758

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

California Correctional Health Care Services

California Health Care Facility - CCHCS

Nadim Dean

California Health Care Facility - CCHCS

7707 South Austin Road

Stockton, CA 95215

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Other -
License/Certification: Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association is required
Other -
Education: If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include a copy of your diploma/degree and/or unofficial/informal transcripts for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If you are not using education to meet minimum qualifications, you may bypass this requirement.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Shall create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website, www.benefits.calhr.ca.gov/, and the CalPERS website, www.calpers.ca.gov.

Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System Benefit can be found on the CalHR website at www.benefits.calhr.ca.gov/state-employees/retirement/.

Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at www.calhr.ca.gov/about-calhr/divisions-programs/selection-division/merit-system-services-program/.

This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Nadim Dean
(209) 467-2500 ext: 1388
[email protected]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
CCHCS EEO Office
(916) 691-6118
[email protected]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Information

Priority consideration will be given to Reemployment, Departmental Restriction of Appointment (DROA), State Restriction of Appointment (SROA), and Surplus candidates.

All methods of appointments may be considered.

CCHCS accepts electronic applications. If interested, please submit an electronic application (STD 678) and resume through your CalCareer account at www.jobs.ca.gov. Your application must be submitted on or before the above Final Filing Date.

Paper App (If unable to submit an electronic application): To apply for this position, you may submit a Standard State Application (STD 678) and resume, along with copies of your most recent performance report, college transcripts/college diploma (if applicable) and license/certification (if applicable) to the contact person listed above.

PLEASE NOTE: All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications (MQ's) of the classification, per SPB Rule 250. Possession of MQs for list eligible applicants will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet MQs, the necessary steps will be taken to have the applicant's name withheld from the eligibility list.

This advertisement may be used for other Permanent Fulltime vacancies that may occur at this location during the life of this recruitment.

Resumes will be accepted in addition to the required STD. 678

It is up to the hiring authority to accept Training and Development (T&D) assignments. If you are interested in a T&D assignment, you are not required to meet MQs; however, you must indicate T&D as your eligibility when applying.

The term VAR and/or XXX in the position number indicates that multiple vacancies may exist for this classification.

Interview Checklist

To prepare for the interview process, please refer to the Work4CA: Interview Checklist

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

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