Introduction
The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.
The Department of Corrections is currently recruiting to fill a Food Service Administrator position. This position is based out of Wisconsin Correctional Center System at the DOC Central Office, 3099 E. Washington Ave, Madison, WI (Dane County).
Position Summary
This position is responsible for the planning, direction, and operation of a complex decentralized food service program for the Wisconsin Correctional Center System, a major minimum-security institution for adult males.
The Food Service Administrator is responsible for preparation, distribution, and service of meals and modified diets for 1,700 PIOC’s and 450 staff members at the 13 WCCS Correctional Centers located geographically in the State of Wisconsin.
This position is responsible for budgeting, menu development and maintenance, implementation of a modified diet program, sanitation, health and safety, maintenance of security, maintenance of equipment supplies, and services, and assurance that daily nutritional needs are met.
Salary Information
This position is in pay schedule and range 81-03 with a starting pay of $35.00/hour - $44.33/hour . Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A probationary period is required.
In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring: Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year. Insurance : Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance. An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment. An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan . The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives. Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being. DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.
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Job Details
This position is not eligible for remote work and will work on site.
Anticipated schedule will be day-time hours Monday – Friday. Specifics can be discussed at time of interview.
This position will need the ability to work up to 14 hours per day and more than 40 hours per week on any shift based in case of an operational need. This may include weekends and holidays.
This position is FLSA Exempt.
This position will travel routinely to DOC worksites across the state.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.
The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.
The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.
For more in -depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook .
Qualifications

MINIMALLY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL HAVE:

Experience preparing meals and directing other workers in cooking and baking of foods, such as: meats, vegetables, breads, desserts, bag lunches and special occasion meals. Experience training or teaching others skills and tasks (such as: food preparation, cooking, baking, meat, cutting and processing). Experience overseeing a food service operation (scheduling or planning meals, maintaining inventory, developing policies, monitoring sanitation, etc.)

IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE, WELL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL HAVE:

Experience supervising staff (e.g. hiring, training, assigning and directing work, performance evaluations, discipline, dismissal, settling grievances, etc.) Experience with financial tasks (such as: cost control, managing inventory, generating purchasing specifications/justifications/requisitions, etc.) Experience or training in nutrition and modified or restricted diets
How To Apply
To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.
Your resume and letter of qualifications should detail your training and experience specifically related to the qualifications section listed in the job posting and are limited to a maximum of 2 pages each.
The Department of Corrections has created extra guidance to assist you in developing your resume and letter of qualifications. Wisc.Jobs also has extra guidance for your application materials.
Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.
The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.
Questions can be directed to Athena Foster, HR Specialist - Senior, at Athena.Foster@wisconsin.gov .
Deadline to Apply
Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on Thursday August 21 st , 2025 .
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