Correctional Food Service Coordinator

Correctional Food Service Coordinator

Salary

$50,398.40 - $74,068.80 Annually

Location

Mount Pleasant - 52641 - Henry County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-03468

Agency

246 Corrections - Mount Pleasant Correctional Facility

Opening Date

06/24/2026

Closing Date

7/8/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Point of Contact

Sara Menke - sara.menke@iowa.gov

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Job Description

Join the Team at Mount Pleasant Correctional Facility and Make a Difference!

Are you passionate about making a positive impact? Do you possess strong leadership skills and a commitment to excellence? If so, we invite you to consider a rewarding career opportunity as a Correctional Food Service Coordinator at the State of Iowas Mount Pleasant Correctional Facility (MPCF).

About Us: At Mount Pleasant Correctional Facility, were on a mission-Helping People Become Their Best.

Were on the lookout for a dedicated individual to join our team and play a crucial role in training and supervising incarcerated individuals in meal production, safe food handling, and clean-up in a secure and supportive environment.

Your Impact:

• Lead a dynamic team of 35 incarcerated individuals in the bakery, kitchen, and dining hall areas.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety codes, elevating food handling, cooking, and serving techniques.
• Serve meals with precision, following schedules, policies, and procedures.
• Manage inventory seamlessly, from ordering to issuing supplies for meal production.
• Weigh and measure ingredients daily for culinary excellence.
• Deliver food and supplies to alternate serving locations.
• Monitor and reward positive conduct, fostering a responsible and respectful environment.
• Communicate professionally with incarcerated individuals and staff.

Preferred Characteristics:

• Large-scale food production and service expertise.
• Strong grasp of sanitary food preparation practices.
• Team-oriented mindset with adaptability and motivation.
• Exercise good judgment, decisiveness, and creativity.
• Exceptional training and leadership skills.

What We Offer:

• Thrive in a collaborative, respectful team environment where your contributions matter.
• Engage in professional development and personal growth opportunities.
• Stay active in our on-site fitness room, promoting work-life balance.

As a State of Iowa Employee, enjoy:

• Robust benefits, including excellent health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, paid holidays, and unlimited sick leave accrual.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Prepare for the future with the IPERS retirement package, as well as an optional deferred compensation plan.
• Employee Assistance Programs

Apply Now and start a fulfilling career journey with Mount Pleasant Correctional Facility. We cant wait to welcome you to our team!

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

• Two years of full-time work experience in mass food production in a commercial, military, hospital, or institutional food services setting.
• A total of two years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in number one), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in dietetics, nutrition, food management or a closely related equals one year of full-time experience.
• Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work as a Cook 1, Cook 2, or Baker.

For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.

Additional Qualification Requirements

Within a period of time after hire, as determined by the appointing authority, employees in this class may be required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and endorsements.

Why Choose the State of Iowa?

At the heart of our commitment to excellence is a dedication to our most valuable asset - our employees. Discover the outstanding benefits that set us apart as an employer of choice.

Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:

Competitive Compensation:

Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise.

Keep in mind, your wage is just one part of your total compensation. Unlock the complete value of your employment with the State of Iowa by using our user-friendly Total Compensation Calculator. Gain insights into your comprehensive annual compensation, including salary and State-provided benefits.

Health and Wellness:

Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.

Retirement Planning:

We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind. Click here to learn more about IPERS.

Paid Time Off:

Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.

Professional Development:

Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.

Join Us - Elevate Your Career:

Ready to elevate your career with the State of Iowa? Click here to explore more about our unparalleled benefits and discover what makes us unique. Your success is our priority!

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Do you understand that the information provided on your application and resume must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your knowledge?

Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.

• Yes - I understand and agree
• No

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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?

• No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq
• Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

03

How many years of full-time experience do you have in mass food production in a commercial, military, hospital, or institutional food services setting?

• Less than two years of the identified experience
• Two years or more of the identified experience

04

How many years do you have of a combination of post high school education in dietetics, nutrition, food management or a closely related field AND/OR experience in mass food production in a commercial, military, hospital, or institutional food services setting? 30 semester hours equals one year of experience.

• I do not have any of the education and/or experience
• Less than two years of the education and/or experience
• Two years or more of the education and/or experience

05

Are you a current State of Iowa employee (executive branch)? IF YES - How many months do you have in the classifications of Cook 1, Cook 2, Baker 1 or Baker 2?

• I am not a State of Iowa employee
• Less than 12 months in the classifications of Cook 1, Cook 2, Baker 1 or Baker 2
• 12 months or more in the classifications of Cook 1, Cook 2, Baker 1 or Baker 2

Required Question

Employer State of Iowa

Agency 246 Corrections - Mount Pleasant Correctional Facility Address 1200 E Washington St

Mount Pleasant, Iowa, 52641

Website https://doc.iowa.gov/find-facility/iowa-doc-districts-and-facilities/mpcf