High-Volume Correctional Kitchen Cook (Onsite)

Summit; West Union (IA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (FT Employees)

Vision

Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident,

Discount Program

Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit

EAP

401k

Sick Time

Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)

Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Summit is seeking an experienced cook for our West Union, IA correctional facility kitchen. You will work with a motivated staff to prepare meals in a fast-paced setting, focusing on high-quality, scratch-cooked dishes and safe food handling.

The role emphasizes accurate portion control, food presentation, and strict adherence to recipes and storage procedures in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• At least one year of culinary experience in a high-volume setting.
• Proficiency in culinary methods and standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer service experience required.
• Able to use kitchen equipment and differentiate food items.

Responsibilities

• Quality and portion control.
• Food preparation.
• Creative food presentation.
• Ensure proper food storage.
• Follow safe food handling policies, procedures and recipes.

Skills

Culinary experience

Scratch cooking

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Customer service

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Job description

Summit is seeking an experienced cook for our West Union, IA correctional facility kitchen. You will work with a motivated staff to prepare meals in a fast-paced setting, focusing on high-quality, scratch-cooked dishes and safe food handling.

The role emphasizes accurate portion control, food presentation, and strict adherence to recipes and storage procedures in a high-volume environment.