COOK SUPERVISOR

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Jena (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Discounts

Job summary

GEO Group is seeking a Food Services Supervisor in Louisiana to oversee meal preparation, inventory, and trainee orientation for detainee workers. You will ensure timely service, monitor sanitation, and maintain safety standards in a correctional kitchen environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, plus at least one year of production experience and basic computer skills. A valid driver's license is also required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; college credits preferred but not mandatory.
• Minimum one year experience in food production in commercial, military, or institutional setting.
• Must be able to operate computers and the necessary software used by the department.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare production/service and preparation/inventory documents before each meal.
• Oversee records such as service plan, tray assessments, restricted diets, daily sanitation, and meal delivery.
• Carry out the orientation and training program for detainee workers.
• Ensure safety compliance and monitor equipment maintenance.

Skills

Computer literacy

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits Information

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

• 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

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work for GEO

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.


• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Your Main Tasks:

Working alongside our Food Services Manager, you'll be responsible for preparation scheduling and quality assurance across all our food and supplies. With us, you will:

• Prepare production/service and preparation/inventory documents before each meal.


• Oversee additional records such as service plan, tray assessments, restricted diets, daily sanitation, and meal delivery.


• Carry out the orientation and training program for detainee workers.


• Ensure safety compliance and monitor equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent. College credits or technical training courses are preferred by not mandatory. Must be able to demonstrate the use and understanding of the facility's recipes, policies, and procedures. Must be able to communicate to all personnel the minimum production/service requirements of the job.


• One-year prior experience in successfully managing and/or quantity food production experience in commercial, military, or institutional setting will be helpful. Prior correctional food service training will be helpful but not mandatory.


• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.


• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently: Lift or carry and push/pull up to 60 lbs.; sit.


• Occasionally: Lift, carry, push/pull up to 60 lbs. (sometimes more); bend, stoop, reach above shoulder level, climb, walk, and stand.

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