Cook - Competitive Benefits

Elior North America; Lancaster (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (FT Employees)

Dental

Vision

401k

Sick Time

Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)

Paid Time Off

Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit

EAP

Job summary

Summit is seeking a motivated Cook for the Lancaster, WI correctional facility. The role offers on-site work with training provided for candidates with varying levels of experience. You'll join a fast-paced kitchen team, focusing on quality meals and adherence to safety standards in a correctional environment.

No prior experience is required — we are willing to train the right candidate for this position.

Qualifications

• At least some kitchen experience and knowledge of kitchen methods.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask in fast-paced environments.
• Customer service orientation and teamwork in a correctional facility setting.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety

Team player

Willing to train

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Cook

Job Reference Number: 43564

Employment Type: Full-Time , Onsite

Segment: Corrections

Brand: Summit

Location: Grant County Jail, WI

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add a motivated Cook to our energetic kitchen team at our Lancaster, WI correctional facility. Whether you have previous cooking experience or are looking to build your skills, we are willing to train the right candidate!

As a Cook with Summit, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment while preparing and serving quality meals. If you’re dependable, enjoy working as part of a team, and have a passion for food, this could be a great opportunity for you.

No experience required – we are willing to train!

What you'll be doing:

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

What we're looking for:

Nice-to-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.
• Food handlers’ certification

Compensation Range

$18.00 per hour - 30-32 hours per week

Our Benefits:

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Dental
• 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

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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.