Cook - Corrections

Continental Services; Monroe (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Canteen Corrections is seeking candidates to work in the kitchen of Macomb County Correctional Facilities. The Cook will oversee production, supervise inmates, and ensure meals are prepared safely and on time.

Required are knowledge of sanitation, ability to supervise in a correctional setting, and strong attention to detail. This is a full-time role with comprehensive benefits and steady hours.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation laws, regulations and rules.
• Experience working in a correctional facility.
• Experience supervising inmates.
• Ability to multi-task and maintain daily standards of operation.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
• Integrity, organized and a team player.
• Able to adapt and follow safety procedures and sanitation standards.
• Maintain accurate production and inventory records.
• Know how to use standard operating procedures.
• Proactively participate in meetings and training.

Responsibilities

• Review master menu cycle for correct production records and recipes.
• Verify daily menu items prepared for the line and available in correct amounts.
• Ensure items are labeled with name, date and meal.
• Delegate duties to inmates and supervise them.
• Monitor line for timely service and maintain sanitation, safety and security.
• Record temperatures for foods and monitor inventory controls.
• Check in daily orders and maintain equipment inventory.
• Maintain production records and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Prepare daily menu items and assist in planning.
• Assist management and participate in staff meetings and training.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Correctional facility experience

Inmate supervision

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Integrity

Team player

Flexible

Safety procedures

Operational standards

Inventory management

Sanitation adherence

Record keeping

Problem solving

Professional dialogue

Uniform standards

Transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary courses beneficial

Sanitation certification

3 years supervisory experience

Tools

None

Job description

Cook - Corrections

Department: Monroe County Inmate Dorm 400024

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Monroe County Jail

Reporting To: Kattye Baker

Compensation: $17.50 / hour

Description

Canteen Corrections is seeking candidates to work within the kitchen of Macomb County Correctional Facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Review the master menu cycle to ensure the correct production records and recipes are being used
• Verify that all the daily menu items have been prepped for the line
• Verify all menu items and service items are available in the correct amounts at the correct locations to be available/prepared at the proper time
• Review menu, portion sizes, serving utensils, hats, gloves, aprons (if needed) and line setup
• Verify any items produced in excess and check with the Food Service Manager for their use
• Label all items with name, date, and meal
• Use and complete production records as directed
• Delegate duties to inmates and supervise them in the performance of them
• Monitor the line for timely service
• Record temperatures for all items served on the line
• Enforce sanitation, safety, and security of inventory at all times
• Monitor security/portion control and follow the process of all items being prepared
• Monitor inventory controls
• Responsible for check in of daily orders
• Other duties as assigned by management
• Knowledge and understanding of meal requirements
• Keep accurate production records
• Insure proper use of cleaning schedule
• Maintain accurate inventory as per schedule
• Determine quality and quantity of all items prepared
• Prepare menu items as determined for daily use
• Office duties including answering phone, knowledge of daily participation, and routine filing of various documents
• Ensure efficient operation of kitchen including employee time schedule adjustments and assignment
• Able to make changes and suggestions that increase inmate satisfaction when necessary
• Participate in employee meetings and training programs
• Assist in maintaining product service quality standards by conducting ongoing evaluations and investigating complaints
• Maintain officers program for meals
• Help maintain a security function, which protects both the assets of the operation and the personal safety of staff and inmates
• Help manage in compliance with established policies and procedures
• Help manage in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations
• Help follow safety procedures to ensure an accident free work place
• Enforce and follow sanitation standards and cleaning standards
• Use menu instruction sheets to provide consistent service
• Responsible for weekly purchased inventory
• Assure food is prepared on time to meet nutritional standards, contractual standards, meet Department of Health standards and is served in an attractive manner
• Supervise personnel to ensure that food is served in the proper portions and that the process is completed as economically as possible while maintaining the necessary standards
• Supervise the use of kitchen equipment in a safe manner
• Be active in associated professional organizations
• Review for accuracy and sign all timesheets and leave requests
• Keep accurate production records for daily menu
• Maintain accurate records as required by governing agencies
• Responsible for securing the facility at the end of each shift
• Compile and maintain a loose equipment inventory for each location
• Check and record temperatures of foods
• Proper ordering of supplies as needed
• Responsible for proper storage and use of food
• Establish and maintain good rapport with staff, administrators and public
• Maintain an active role in management team developments
• Strive to continually upgrade skills using appropriate methods
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Supervisor
• May provide temporary coverage in the event of staff shortage

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Demonstrates attributes of

• 1. Must have knowledge of food safety and sanitation laws, regulations, and rules.
• 2. Must be comfortable working in a correctional facility
• 3. Must be comfortable working alongside and supervising inmates
• 4. Must be flexible
• 5. Must be able to multi-task
• 6. Adhere to daily standards of operation
• 7. Strong attention to detail
• 8. Excellent communication skills
• 9. Socially interactive
• 10. Strong problem solving
• 11. Integrity
• 12. Organized
• 13. Compliant
• 14. Team Player
• 15. Energetic
• 16. Ensure the uniform standards are always met
• 17. Ability to keep all conversation professional
• 18. Adhere to all standard operation procedures
• 19. Reliable Transportation
• 1. High school diploma or GED (Preferred)
• 2. Post-secondary courses beneficial
• 3. 3 years supervisory experience
• 4. Sanitation certification
• 5. Knowledge of basic work area operations and procedures

Benefits

We prioritize the health, wellness and work-life balance of our team members and designed our comprehensive compensation packages to reflect that.

• Full-time team members are eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, parental leave, 401(k) with company match, at-work dining perks, flexible schedules, generous PTO, and a total rewards program. Team Members can also use our inclusive employee assistance program.
• Part-time Team Members are eligible for our 401(k) with company match, at work dining perks and team members can also use our inclusive employee assistance program.
• Location-specific perks may also include wellness programming, on-the-job training, corporate-hosted courses, certifications and team events.
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