About Summit:
As a national leader in corrections food and commissary service management, Summit is experienced in managing all sizes and types of correctional facilities, including state-wide operations. For over 30 years, our management team has been working closely with clients to exceed expectations and provide creative solutions to any need or challenge.
Applicants will be required to pass a background check in accordance with any background check procedures required by the correctional facility and applicable law.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Cook to join our team. The Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and arranging food in accordance to Summit's guidelines. This individual will not only understand and utilize proper food safety protocol, but will also exercise caution when utilizing kitchen utensils and equipment.
Why Summit?:
Great opportunity for entry level candidates
Paid Holidays, vacation pay, and sick time for full time employees
Will train
Weekly pay
Responsibilities:
Live by the -Golden Rule- and work with other associates to build a strong team atmosphere
Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
Cook food in various utensils or grillers
Check food while cooking to stir or turn
Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
Check quality of ingredients
Arrange and portion food according to established guidelines
Safe utilization of utensils including knives
Adhere to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures
Maintain excellent customer service and positive attitude
Work with a diverse work population
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be 18 years of age
HS Diploma or equivalent
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English, with the ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to work a flexible schedule, based on the business needs of your location
Authorized to work in the United States
Physical Requirements:
Requires standing, walking & bending, as well as occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling of up to 25 lbs
Summit is an equal opportunity employer.? Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
The Cook is responsible for performing food preparation and production tasks efficiently and accurately while following safe food handling policies, procedures, and recipes. Duties of this position include, ensuring portion control, temperature, and appearance of food items is per standard. The ideal candidate will have prior cooking experience preferably in an institutional setting with an emphasis on scratch and high quantity cooking. The ability to read, write and understand directions and to work both independently or as part of a team is also required. This position requires standing, walking, and bending throughout the entire work day and the ability to lift, stack and maneuver objects that may weigh 30 to 50 pounds. Performs all other related duties as assigned by management.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minorities/Women/Individual with Disabilities/Protected Veteran Employer
