Cook I — High-Volume Food Prep & Staff Training

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; Alaska; On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Reduced Tuition Rates

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Pet Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

GEO Group is seeking a dedicated cook for our correctional food service operation. You will prepare a variety of foods, supervise detainee staff, and ensure quality and safety standards are met in accordance with facility menus.

The role involves scheduling, inventory control, and training responsibilities, with opportunities to contribute to program quality and client relations. A high school diploma and 2+ years of production experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• College credits or technical training in food service preferred; prior correctional training preferred.
• Minimum two (2) years prior experience in managing/quantity food production in commercial, military, or institutional setting.
• Valid, active driver's license.
• Must be able to communicate the minimum production/service requirements of the job.

Responsibilities

• Cooks food as directed in the facility menu plan and ensures recipes meet population requirements; maintains production records.
• Directs work, trains and inspects detainee food service staff.
• Conducts orientation and training programs for staff employees.
• Responsible for preparation scheduling and quality assurance of all foods and supplies.
• Places orders for food and supplies as assigned; checks deliveries and inventories as required.
• Ensures sanitation and safety program is actively practiced across the department.
• Aids management in maintaining strong client relations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food prep

Cooking

Staff training

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tech/food service training

Job description

GEO Group is seeking a dedicated cook for our correctional food service operation. You will prepare a variety of foods, supervise detainee staff, and ensure quality and safety standards are met in accordance with facility menus.

The role involves scheduling, inventory control, and training responsibilities, with opportunities to contribute to program quality and client relations. A high school diploma and 2+ years of production experience are required.