Lead Jail Kitchen Cook – High-Volume Meals

Brown County South Dakota; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown County South Dakota in Aberdeen, SD is seeking a Kitchen Cook to prepare and serve meals for inmates and staff at the Brown County Jail. The role involves purchasing supplies, maintaining inventory, cooking, and ensuring food safety standards are met.

The position requires reading, writing, basic math, and typically 1–2 years of related experience or an apprenticeship. Serve Safe certification is preferred or required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level associated with high school or equivalent.
• Experience or apprenticeship/internship or 1–2 years in a similar position.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain Serve Safe certification.

Responsibilities

• Purchases food supplies from contracted providers.
• Maintains kitchen inventory of equipment, supplies, and food items.
• Prepares meals for inmates and staff.
• Stores food in designated areas.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Washes and sanitizes dishes and pans.
• Prepares food for special diets.
• Ensures compliance with temperature and other food safety guidelines.
• Directs the work of part-time staff and inmate workers.

Skills

Reading and writing

Mathematical calculations

Sanitation knowledge

Food preparation

Education

Serve Safe certification

Job description

Brown County South Dakota in Aberdeen, SD is seeking a Kitchen Cook to prepare and serve meals for inmates and staff at the Brown County Jail. The role involves purchasing supplies, maintaining inventory, cooking, and ensuring food safety standards are met.

The position requires reading, writing, basic math, and typically 1–2 years of related experience or an apprenticeship. Serve Safe certification is preferred or required.