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The GEO Group

FOOD SERVICE OFFICER

Hudson, CO · On-site

$35.23/hr

The Food Service Officer is a correctional food service position assigned to maintain custody, care, and control of inmates or detainees assigned to Food Service activities. Oversees and monitors ...

The GEO Group

FOOD SERVICE OFFICER

Baldwin, MI · On-site

$29/hr

The Food Service Officer is a correctional food service position assigned to maintain custody, care, and control of inmates or detainees assigned to Food Service activities. Oversees and monitors ...

The GEO Group

FOOD SERVICE OFFICER

Baldwin, MI · On-site

$29/hr

The Food Service Officer is a correctional food service position assigned to maintain custody, care, and control of inmates or detainees assigned to Food Service activities. Oversees and monitors ...

The GEO Group

FOOD SERVICE OFFICER

Winton, NC · On-site

$30/hr

The Food Service Officer is a correctional food service position assigned to maintain custody, care, and control of inmates or detainees assigned to Food Service activities. Oversees and monitors ...

The GEO Group

FOOD SERVICE OFFICER

Winton, NC · On-site

$30/hr

The Food Service Officer is a correctional food service position assigned to maintain custody, care, and control of inmates or detainees assigned to Food Service activities. Oversees and monitors ...

The GEO Group

FOOD SERVICE OFFICER

Baldwin, MI · On-site

$29/hr

The Food Service Officer is a correctional food service position assigned to maintain custody, care, and control of inmates or detainees assigned to Food Service activities. Oversees and monitors ...

The GEO Group

FOOD SERVICE OFFICER

Adelanto, CA · On-site

$45.04/hr

The Food Service Officer is a correctional food service position assigned to maintain custody, care, and control of inmates or detainees assigned to Food Service activities. Oversees and monitors ...

The GEO Group

FOOD SERVICE OFFICER

Hudson, CO

$35.23/hr

The Food Service Officer is a correctional food service position assigned to maintain custody, care, and control of inmates or detainees assigned to Food Service activities. Oversees and monitors ...

The GEO Group

FOOD SERVICE OFFICER

Adelanto, CA · On-site

$45.04/hr

The Food Service Officer is a correctional food service position assigned to maintain custody, care, and control of inmates or detainees assigned to Food Service activities. Oversees and monitors ...

The GEO Group

FOOD SERVICE OFFICER

Hudson, CO

$35.23/hr

The Food Service Officer is a correctional food service position assigned to maintain custody, care, and control of inmates or detainees assigned to Food Service activities. Oversees and monitors ...

The GEO Group

FOOD SERVICE OFFICER

Adelanto, CA · On-site

$45.04/hr

The Food Service Officer is a correctional food service position assigned to maintain custody, care, and control of inmates or detainees assigned to Food Service activities. Oversees and monitors ...

The GEO Group

FOOD SERVICE OFFICER

Winton, NC · On-site

$30/hr

The Food Service Officer is a correctional food service position assigned to maintain custody, care, and control of inmates or detainees assigned to Food Service activities. Oversees and monitors ...

CoreCivic

Senior Correctional Officer

Las Animas, CO · On-site

$26.24/hr

$26.24 per hour At CoreCivic, our employees are driven bya deep sense of service, high standards of ... We are currently seeking a Senior Correctional Officer whohas a passion for providing the highest ...

CoreCivic

Senior Correctional Officer - Saguaro

Eloy, AZ · On-site

$24.32/hr

$24.32 per hour At CoreCivic, our employees are driven bya deep sense of service, high standards of ... We are currently seeking a Senior Correctional Officer whohas a passion for providing the highest ...

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How much do correctional service officer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for correctional service officer in the United States is $54,007.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,000.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Correctional Service Officer vs Probation Officer?

AspectCorrectional Service OfficerProbation Officer
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles require post-secondary educationBachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work, or related field
Work EnvironmentPrison or detention facilityCommunity settings, courts, or offices
Employer & IndustryCorrectional institutions, government agenciesProbation departments, courts, social services
Primary ResponsibilitiesSupervise inmates, maintain security, enforce rulesSupervise offenders in the community, develop rehabilitation plans

While both Correctional Service Officers and Probation Officers work within the criminal justice system, Correctional Service Officers focus on supervising inmates within correctional facilities, ensuring security and order. Probation Officers work primarily in community settings, overseeing offenders on probation and supporting their reintegration. Both roles require knowledge of criminal justice, but differ in work environment and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Correctional Service Officer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,007 per year, or $26 per hour.

FOOD SERVICE OFFICER

Hudson, CO • On-site

The GEO Group
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$35.23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

The GEO Group rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 54 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 43 rated prisons

Job description

Benefits Information
This job posting is anticipated to remain open until September 11th, 2026.
Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account
The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Overview
Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.
Who We Are:
GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.
Why Work for GEO:
  • We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
  • Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities
Summary:
The Food Service Officer is a correctional food service position assigned to maintain custody, care, and control of inmates or detainees assigned to Food Service activities. Oversees and monitors activities of inmates or detainees while enforcing and adhering to the rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the company and contracting agency.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
  • The Food Service Officer supervises detainees specifically assigned to Food Services by monitoring and directing them in food preparation, cleanup, and sanitation.
  • The Food Service Officer coordinates and monitors inmate or detainee movements, conducts counts, and provides emergency responses as needed.
  • Conducts shakedown for contraband materials, either individually or as part of a specialized team. Confiscates contraband in accordance with facility and contracting agency policies and procedures.
  • The Food Service Officer initiates disciplinary reports on detainees/inmates.
  • Prepares reports and maintains daily logs as required.
  • Ensures prompt and appropriate assistance to inmates/detainees in the event of injury, illness, or emotional trauma.
  • Promotes facility safety and cleanliness and reports need for maintenance or repairs.
  • Serves as member of special teams to respond to emergencies as required.
  • Completes training courses as required by facility training standards.
  • Performs other marginal duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
  • Successful completion of training courses as required by GEO and facility training standards, including ACA required training.
  • Demonstrated experience in food service activities, with commercial or institutional meal preparation preferred.
  • College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services or related field preferred. Training in cultural diversity or sensitivity preferred.
  • Possession of applicable state requisites for employment.
  • Ability to work overtime as required.
  • Ability to handle physical and mental stress associated with working extended hours.
  • Must be able to regularly report to work without being late.
  • Ability to be physically alert on any shift that is assigned.
  • Ability to work up to sixteen (16) hours within a rolling 24 hour period.
  • Work experience in a correctional setting preferred.
  • May be required to possess valid state driver's license.
  • Must be mature, flexible, able to command the respect and confidence of detainees and staff and possess a high tolerance to mental stress.

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