Food Administrator I, CF - Centinela State Prison (CEN)

Food Administrator 1The field of nutrition and dietetics acts as a crucial element for healing in our healthcare system. At CCHCS, we're committed to supporting our dietitians with evidence-based practices, continuous professional development, and a creative work environment. Join us in shaping the future of nutrition in our facilities and making a meaningful impact on the individuals we serve.$87,912-$110,076 annual salaryIn this role you will:Plan, prepare, and direct dietary activities in licensed areas of a health care facility.Establish appropriate interpretation of physician orders for therapeutic and special diets and review the preparation and service of these diets.Select, train, and evaluate Dietary Service's staff including cooks, dietitians, and inmate-workers.Inspect food facilities for compliance with sanitary, safety, and housekeeping standards.To excel in this role, you should have:One year of experience working in a hospital setting as a registered dietitianAndEducation: Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.Additional Benefits of working for CDCR/CCHCSBut increased salaries are just the beginning – our Food Administrators also receive comprehensive State of California benefits, including:• Rewarding Work with an Underserved/Underprivileged Population• Work-life Balance with Flexible Schedules• Dedicated Assistance with Visa Sponsorship• Relocation Assistance for those new to the state of CA service• Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule• Robust 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Plans• State of CA Retirement that Vests in Five Years (visit for retirement formulas)• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision CoverageEOEDepartment InformationCDCR/CCHCS values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission.CDCR and CCHCS are proud to partner on the California Model which will transform the correctional landscape for our employees and the incarcerated. The California Model is a systemwide change that leverages national and international best practices to address longstanding challenges related to incarceration and institution working conditions, creating a safe, professional, and satisfying workplace for staff as well as rehabilitation for the incarcerated. Additionally, the California Model improves success of the decarcerated through robust re-entry efforts back into to the community.Department Website:

Created: 2025-06-08