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Food Service Worker - Lincoln Area

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$18.48 - $27.24/hr

Correctional Services - Agency 46 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $18.478 Job Posting: JR2026-00029073 Food Service Worker - Lincoln Area (Evergreen) (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If ...

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Food Service Worker

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$17 - $21/hr

Corrections Brand: Summit Location: Allen County Community Corrections The Role at a glance: We are looking to add a motivated food service worker to our correctional team in . As a food service ...

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Food Service Worker

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$17/hr

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for correctional service worker in the United States is $21.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectCorrectional Service WorkerProbation Officer
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles require post-secondary educationBachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work, or related field
Work EnvironmentCorrectional facilities, detention centers, community programsCourts, community agencies, offender supervision settings
Employer & IndustryCorrectional institutions, government agenciesLegal and criminal justice agencies, courts
Common Search/ComparisonCorrectional Service Worker vs Probation Officer

Correctional Service Workers primarily operate within correctional facilities and community programs, focusing on inmate management and rehabilitation. Probation Officers supervise offenders in the community, ensuring compliance with court orders. While both roles involve working with offenders, Correctional Service Workers are more facility-based, whereas Probation Officers work mainly in community settings. Both careers require knowledge of criminal justice and social services, but their work environments and specific responsibilities differ.

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Infographic showing various Correctional Service Worker 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 $44,174 per year, or $21.2 per hour.

Food Service Worker - Tecumseh State Correctional Institution

Tecumseh, NE • On-site

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$18.48 - $27.24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Correctional Services - Agency 46


Location:

Tecumseh, NE


Hiring Rate:

$18.478


Job Posting:

JR2026-00027776 Food Service Worker - Tecumseh State Correctional Institution (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 Tecumseh State Correctional Institution.
Information about the Department can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at megan.jones@nebraska.gov.
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


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.



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