Article 36 – Division of Administrative Services
15090.4.3 Food Services Section
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The Food Services Section develops, administers, and monitors the feeding program for all institutions (utilizing the Department’s standardized menu); reviews and approves food service needs for existing prisons; coordinates with the CalPIA regarding food programs and products; provides training for food service staff in the institutions to maintain industry standards and compliance in food preparation, storage, and safe handling; participates in committee meetings that develops the policies and processes that impact the health and safety of the inmates (i.e. Food Borne Illness); works with the DCHCS and DAIDivision of Adult Institutions (formerly Institutions Division) in developing food programs that address the medical/religious concerns of the inmate population; and assists the OFMOffice of Facilities Management (see FPCM) on issues relating to new prison construction.