Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $20.00
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Voluntary Accident Insurance
Voluntary critical illness insurance
voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
Discount Program
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
401k
Sick Time
Holiday pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Summit is a respected organization dedicated to serving correctional institutions across the United States. With a clear mission to ensure incarcerated people have access to delicious, healthy meals at every meal, Summit plays a vital role in the correctional foodservice sector. The company focuses on delivering high-quality food in a safe, efficient, and socially supportive environment within various correctional facilities. As part of Elior North America, Summit benefits from being associated with a larger multinational foodservice and hospitality leader that values equal opportunity employment and fosters diverse, inclusive workplaces with great opportunities for employee growth and development.

Elior North America is an established foodservice company committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities to its employees. The company values diversity and inclusion, supporting applicants from all backgrounds and abilities and promoting an environment of personal and professional growth. Their presence in the corrections segment through Summit enables employees to be part of a meaningful mission that goes beyond typical foodservice roles by providing meals that also support social interaction and well-being for inmates.

The role of Cook at Summit in Stillwater, Minnesota, is a full-time onsite position within the corrections segment. This role is ideal for a motivated, energetic culinary professional with a passion for preparing and serving high-quality meals in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment. As a Cook, you will work alongside a dedicated kitchen staff, preparing meals for a correctional facility. The position emphasizes scratch cooking, quality and portion control, safe food handling, and proper food storage. Candidates will find the role rewarding as it allows them to contribute to a bigger mission of supporting incarcerated individuals through their work while honing their culinary skills in a challenging and stimulating environment.

Working as a Cook at Summit offers the opportunity to engage in various culinary tasks such as food preparation, creative food presentation, maintaining kitchen cleanliness and safety standards, and adhering to recipes and procedures. The organization values employees who demonstrate excellent attention to detail, the ability to multitask efficiently, and strong customer service skills. Additionally, employees have the chance to pursue certifications like food handlers’ certification, and the company promotes ongoing personal growth and development through programs such as tuition reimbursement.

This role offers competitive compensation starting at $20.00 per hour and includes a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, voluntary benefits like accident and critical illness insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance programs, 401k plans, paid sick time, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off. Working at Summit means joining a company committed to safety, quality, and the well-being of both its clients and employees. The company also fosters a culture of respect and equal opportunity, ensuring all employees receive fair consideration regardless of their background.

Job Requirements

  • At least one years' prior culinary experience in a quality and high-volume establishment with an emphasis on scratch cooking
  • working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards
  • excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks in fast-paced environment
  • ability to use various kitchen equipment and tools as well as identify and differentiate food items
  • customer service experience is required

Job Qualifications

  • At least one years' prior culinary experience in a quality and high-volume establishment with an emphasis on scratch cooking
  • working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards
  • excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks in fast-paced environment
  • ability to use various kitchen equipment and tools as well as identify and differentiate food items
  • customer service experience is required
  • food handlers' certification (nice to have)

Job Duties

  • Quality and portion control
  • food preparation
  • creative food presentation
  • maintaining kitchen
  • ensuring food is stored properly
  • following safe food handling policies, procedures and recipes

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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