Cook

Summit; Batavia Township (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision plan

Voluntary benefits

Discount program

Commuter benefits

Employee assistance program

401k

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Holiday pay

Job summary

Summit is seeking an experienced cook to join our correctional division at the Clermont County Jail, OH. You will work with a motivated kitchen team to prepare high-quality meals in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes quality control, proper food handling, and creative presentation while following established recipes and standards. Onsite work with opportunities for growth within Elior North America’s correctional portfolio.

Qualifications

• At least one year of culinary experience in a high-volume, scratch cooking environment.
• Knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to operate various kitchen tools and equipment and differentiate food items.
• Customer service experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Quality and portion control across meals.
• Food preparation and assembly according to recipes.
• Creative food presentation for inmates and staff.
• Proper storage and handling of all food items.
• Adherence to safe food handling policies and procedures.

Skills

Culinary experience

Culinary methods

Attention to detail

Kitchen equipment use

Customer service

Job description

Requisition ID41727-Posted08/22/2026-Corrections-United States-Full-Time

Job Reference Number: 41727
Employment Type:Full-Time,Onsite
Segment: Corrections
Brand: Summit
Location: Clermont County Jail, OH

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add an experienced cook to work with a highly motivated and energetic kitchen staff in our Baravia, OH location for our correctional division. As a cook for Summit, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, efficient environment and cook delicious meals. If you are driven, passionate about preparing and serving high quality meals, and are looking for an organization that promotes your personal growth, this could be the right role for you. Please read on!

What you'll be doing:

• Quality and portion control
• Food preparation
• Creative food presentation
• Ensuring food is stored properly
• Following safe food handling policies, procedures and recipes

What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

• At least one years’ prior culinary experience in a quality and high-volume establishment with an emphasis on scratch cooking
• Working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to use various kitchen equipment and tools as well as identify and differentiate food items.
• Customer service experience is required.

Nice-to-haves:

Compensation Range

$19.00 per hour

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

About Summit:

Focused on serving correctional institutions, Summit ensures that incarcerated people across the United States have access to delicious, healthy food at each meal. Working with Summit, you will have the opportunity to aid in this process and provide inmates with vital social interaction at mealtimes.

About Elior North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.