Institutional Cook & Kitchen Lead

The GEO Group, Inc.; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; 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

401(k)

Pet Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a full-time food service cook at our Colorado facility. You will prepare large quantities of meals, including meats, fish, poultry, gravies, cereals, soups, vegetables, and other foods, following established recipes and safety standards.

Under supervision, you will direct detainee staff, train team members, and ensure timely production, quality control, and sanitation. A HS diploma and 1 year of food prep experience are required, with preferred training in food

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year of experience in food preparation in commercial, military, or institutional settings.
• Relevant food service training preferred; prior correctional food service experience is a plus.
• Effective communication to all personnel on production requirements.

Responsibilities

• Cook food per the facility's menu plan and maintain production records.
• Direct and train detainee food service staff and perform inspections.
• Conduct staff orientation and training programs.
• Schedule prep and assure quality of all foods and supplies.
• Place orders, check deliveries, and inventory food and supplies.
• Enforce sanitation and safety programs across the department.
• Support management in maintaining client relations and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking

Communication

Staff training

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a full-time food service cook at our Colorado facility. You will prepare large quantities of meals, including meats, fish, poultry, gravies, cereals, soups, vegetables, and other foods, following established recipes and safety standards.

Under supervision, you will direct detainee staff, train team members, and ensure timely production, quality control, and sanitation. A HS diploma and 1 year of food prep experience are required, with preferred training in food