Correctional Kitchen Cook - High-Volume, Scratch Cooking

Summit; Placerville (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (FT Employees)

Vision

UNUM insurance options

Discount Program

Commuter Benefits

EAP

401k

Sick Time

Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Summit is seeking an experienced cook to join our correctional facility kitchen division. You will work with a motivated staff in a fast-paced environment, preparing high-quality meals and ensuring proper storage and safety practices.

This role emphasizes scratch cooking and attention to detail while delivering consistent, compliant meals at scale. We value passion for food, a strong work ethic, and reliability in a demanding setting.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of culinary experience in high-volume, quality establishments with scratch cooking.
• Working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques and standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to use various kitchen equipment and differentiate food items.
• Customer service experience is required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Culinary experience

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Summit is seeking an experienced cook to join our correctional facility kitchen division. You will work with a motivated staff in a fast-paced environment, preparing high-quality meals and ensuring proper storage and safety practices.

This role emphasizes scratch cooking and attention to detail while delivering consistent, compliant meals at scale. We value passion for food, a strong work ethic, and reliability in a demanding setting.