Lead Cook – Community Kitchen & Team Leader

Community-Corrections-Associatio; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Community-Corrections-Associatio in Ohio is seeking a Cook to prepare large batches for residents and staff. You will supervise kitchen helpers and maintain security and sanitation in a busy facility.

Applicants should have at least two years in quantity food production, a high school diploma or GED, and knowledge of dietary requirements. Training and teamwork are emphasized; we offer a steady, full-time role with opportunities to contribute to residents' well-being.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience in quantity food production.
• High School diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Culinary preferred.
• Knowledge of nutritional values and health codes relevant to cooking.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and email.

Responsibilities

• Supervises residents cleaning kitchen facilities and enforces security.
• Prepare meals by following recipes and the approved menu.
• Follow dietary restrictions per Dietary Consent forms (incl. religious diets).
• Prepare, cook, and season soups, meats, fish, poultry, vegetables, desserts.
• Pack lunches for residents who work, noting dietary needs.
• Maintain sanitation and health codes in the kitchen.
• Ensure items are stored properly and not past expiration dates.
• Defrost meats three days prior; prepare next day items.
• Serve meals at designated times.
• Record temperatures and monitor equipment temperatures.
• Comply with health and sanitation codes; wear gloves and hair restraints.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Resident supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Culinary preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email

Job description

Community-Corrections-Associatio in Ohio is seeking a Cook to prepare large batches for residents and staff. You will supervise kitchen helpers and maintain security and sanitation in a busy facility.

Applicants should have at least two years in quantity food production, a high school diploma or GED, and knowledge of dietary requirements. Training and teamwork are emphasized; we offer a steady, full-time role with opportunities to contribute to residents' well-being.