Food Service Worker – Columbus, GA

About the role

The State of Georgia’s Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking a Food Service Worker to support daily operations at the Aaron Cohn Regional Youth Detention Center in Columbus, GA. Under direct supervision, you will learn to prepare, heat, and finish cooking food items while providing courteous service to customers.

Key responsibilities

• Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
• Prepare food by cleaning, peeling, slicing, and trimming using manual and electric appliances.
• Assist with food supply requisitions, sanitation, and maintenance inspections.
• Receive payments for food items and handle cash transactions.
• Replenish supplies at steam tables and service bars, and store food to prevent spoilage.
• Unpack and store raw and prepared food products.

Required profile

• An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or internship experience, training, or certifications that enables successful performance of the duties.

Required skills

• Ability to operate manual and electric food preparation equipment.
• Basic cash handling and customer service skills.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.

What we offer

• Competitive salary range of $30,000 – $31,500 per year.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, retirement plans, and paid leave.
• Eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Opportunity to work within a statewide initiative focused on employee well‑being and work‑life balance.