Cook - Competitive Benefits

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $24.00
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Benefits

Medical (FT Employees)
Dental
Vision
Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
Discount Program
Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
EAP
401k
Sick Time
Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Summit is a specialized food service provider dedicated to serving correctional institutions across the United States, ensuring that incarcerated individuals receive nutritious and delicious meals at every mealtime. The company operates within the corrections segment, focusing on delivering high-quality culinary experiences to a unique and important client base. With a strong commitment to food quality, safety, and efficiency, Summit plays a crucial role in enhancing the daily lives of inmates by providing vital social interaction opportunities through well-prepared meals. The Placerville, California location offers a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, perfect for culinary professionals passionate about making a positive impact through their craft.

The Cook position at Summit’s Placerville facility is a full-time, onsite role that offers an hourly wage of $24.00. This opportunity is ideal for individuals with previous culinary experience who thrive in a high-volume, detail-oriented kitchen setting. Working at Summit means joining a motivated and energetic team where collaboration and excellence are paramount. As a cook, you will engage in preparing and presenting high-quality meals while adhering to strict food safety standards and portion control guidelines. This role encourages creativity in food presentation alongside maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment.

In addition to culinary responsibilities, Summit offers employees the chance to grow professionally within a supportive organization that values employee development and advancement. The company provides a range of benefits to ensure the well-being and satisfaction of its staff, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as paid time off and holiday pay. Elior North America, the parent company, is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunities, fostering an inclusive workplace that encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and abilities.

This position offers a rewarding experience for cooks eager to contribute to a meaningful mission while honing their culinary skills in a challenging yet supportive environment. With an emphasis on scratch cooking techniques and proper culinary methods, the role demands attention to detail, multitasking abilities, and excellent customer service skills to meet the high standards expected in the corrections food service segment. If you are passionate about food preparation and aspire to be part of an organization that prioritizes growth and quality, this cook position at Summit in Placerville provides a compelling career path.

Job Requirements

  • At least one years’ prior culinary experience in a quality and high-volume establishment
  • working knowledge of culinary methods, techniques and standards
  • excellent attention to detail
  • ability to perform multiple tasks in fast-paced environment
  • ability to use various kitchen equipment and tools
  • customer service experience
  • food handlers’ certification preferred

Job Qualifications

  • Culinary experience in a high-volume establishment with emphasis on scratch cooking
  • working knowledge of culinary methods, techniques and standards
  • excellent attention to detail
  • ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • ability to use various kitchen equipment and tools
  • customer service experience

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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