Food Service Worker - Mount Vernon, IL

Consolidated Management Company; Mount Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Double time pay

401(k) eligibility after one year

Team member referral incentives

Job summary

Consolidated Management is seeking a reliable Food Service Worker to join our team at Jefferson County Jail in Mount Vernon, IL. The role emphasizes cooking, food preparation, and delivering an excellent customer experience in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have prior cooking experience and the ability to pass a drug test and background check. 18+ years old and able to stand for extended periods are required; position resides within a jail facility.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience preferred.
• Knowledge of special diets preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old (jail facility location).
• Ability to pass a drug test and background check.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes.
• Food prep.
• Operate cash register.
• Be a team player and provide the ultimate customer experience.
• Ensure proper food preparation, handling, and storage.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Present food in an appealing and appetizing manner.
• Assist with kitchen cleaning and sanitation.
• Follow all safety and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Cooking experience

Special diets knowledge

Job description

Location: Mount Vernon, IL

Job Id:1152

# of Openings:1

Food Service Worker - Jefferson County Jail

About Us

Consolidated Management is a food service management company with over 50 years of experience, currently operating in 10 states. We specialize in providing food service programs tailored to each client and location. Our team members represent our company with integrity, honesty, and a commitment to delivering outstanding service. At Consolidated Management, customer service is an attitude—not a department.

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Food Service Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate has prior cooking experience, a positive attitude, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while standing for extended periods.

Schedule & Pay

• Thursday - Sunday
• 830am - 3pm
• Pay based on experience

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes
• Food Prep
• Cash Register
• Being a team player
• Providing the ultimate customer experience
• Ensure proper food preparation, handling, and storage
• Maintain compliance with all health and safety regulations
• Present food in an appealing and appetizing manner
• Assist with kitchen cleaning and sanitation
• Follow all safety and sanitation procedures

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience preferred
• Knowledge of special diets preferred
• Must be at least 18 years old (position located within a jail facility)
• Ability to pass a drug test and background check
• Ability to work independently
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Reliable transportation
• Health benefits (available to full-time and part-time team members)
• Paid Time Off (full-time team members)
• Holiday pay: time and a half on New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving
• Double time pay on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
• 401(k) eligibility after one year of service
• Team member referral incentives

Equal Opportunity Employer

Consolidated Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M/F/D/V). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.