Institutional Cook & Kitchen Lead

The GEO Group, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Pet Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a dedicated food service cook to join our Houston facility. Under general supervision, you will prepare a variety of meals for the detainee population, following the menu plan and quality standards, and maintain production records.

You will also train detainee staff, ensure sanitation and safety protocols, manage orders and inventories, and support management in delivering reliable meal service and positive client relations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• Technical training in food service preparation and cooking preferred.
• Prior correctional food service training preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year prior experience in food preparation obtained in commercial, military, or institutional setting.
• Must be able to communicate to all personnel the minimum production/service requirements of the job.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Cooks food as directed in the operational menu plan for the facility food service operation. Ensures recipes are extended to the facility population requirements. Maintains accurate production records.
• Directs work, provides training and performs inspections of work performed by detainee food service staff.
• Conducts orientation and training programs for staff employees.
• Responsible for preparation scheduling and the quality assurance of all foods and supplies.
• Responsible for placing orders for food and supplies as assigned by management. Checks in deliveries and takes inventory of food and supplies as required.
• Ensures the sanitation and safety program is actively practiced in all areas of the department.
• Assists management in maintaining a high-level of good client relations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a dedicated food service cook to join our Houston facility. Under general supervision, you will prepare a variety of meals for the detainee population, following the menu plan and quality standards, and maintain production records.

You will also train detainee staff, ensure sanitation and safety protocols, manage orders and inventories, and support management in delivering reliable meal service and positive client relations.