Correctional Kitchen Cook – Sign-On Bonus & Benefits

Skillet Kitchens, LLC

McDonough (GA)

On-site

USD 37,000 - 48,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Paid weekly
PTO
Full-time benefits after 60 days
Holiday Pay
Paid Bereavement Leave
Pregnancy and Bonding Leave
401k match after 6 months
Uniform Tops provided
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Life insurance policy

Job summary

Skillet Kitchens, LLC is hiring a Staff Cook to oversee meal preparation for residents at Henry County Jail. You will ensure food safety, supervise resident workers, and maintain equipment and work areas. You will liaise with facility staff and inmates daily to ensure smooth operations.

The role requires following recipes, maintaining temperatures, and upholding sanitation standards in a correctional facility kitchen. Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Preferred experience in food service or culinary roles.
  • Basic cooking and food preparation skills.
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation.
  • Ability to follow recipes and instructions.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and cook meals according to menus and recipes.
  • Operate and maintain kitchen equipment.
  • Ensure food safety and proper temperatures.
  • Serve meals to inmates, considering portion control and dietary needs.
  • Distribute food promptly and accurately.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
  • Follow sanitation guidelines and safety protocols.
  • Document food temperatures and portion sizes.
  • Interact professionally with inmates.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food safety
Time management
Teamwork
Communication
Basic cooking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Skillet Kitchens, LLC is hiring a Staff Cook to oversee meal preparation for residents at Henry County Jail. You will ensure food safety, supervise resident workers, and maintain equipment and work areas. You will liaise with facility staff and inmates daily to ensure smooth operations.

The role requires following recipes, maintaining temperatures, and upholding sanitation standards in a correctional facility kitchen. Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required.

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