Cook - Competitive Benfits

Summit is a specialized food service provider focused on serving correctional institutions across the United States. The organization is dedicated to ensuring that incarcerated individuals receive access to nutritious and flavorful meals consistently. Located in Stillwater, Minnesota, Summit operates within the correctional facility kitchen segment, delivering high-quality food prepared with care and attention to dietary needs and regulatory standards. This division of Elior North America is known for its commitment to culinary excellence in challenging environments, where meal provision plays a crucial role in daily inmate life not just for nourishment but also for fostering positive social interactions during meal times.

As part of Elior North America, Summit champions diversity, equal opportunity, and employee development. Elior North America is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can grow their skills and advance their careers. Working with Summit offers individuals the opportunity to contribute to a meaningful service, providing vital nutrition and social wellbeing to a population that relies on these services in a secure facility context. Summit’s culinary team is passionate, motivated, and trained to uphold the highest standards of food quality and safety, contributing to the overall mission of the organization.

The role of Cook at Summit in Stillwater is a full-time, on-site position offering a competitive wage of $20.00 per hour. This position will place the successful candidate within a dynamic and fast-paced kitchen environment, where efficiency, creativity, and precision are valued. The Cook will join a highly motivated team, responsible for preparing delicious, scratch-cooked meals to meet the volume and quality demands of the correctional facility setting. The role requires not only culinary expertise but also an ability to manage food quality and portions while adhering strictly to food safety guidelines and proper storage protocols.

The successful Cook candidate will be skilled in culinary methods and techniques, comfortable with handling various kitchen tools and equipment, and able to work well under pressure. Attention to detail and multitasking capabilities are essential, as is a commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organized kitchen. Customer service skills are also important, as the role involves working with a kitchen team focused on providing excellent service in a correctional environment.

This position is ideal for a culinary professional who is passionate about food preparation and presentation and eager to work in an environment that encourages personal growth and skill development. Summit offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees, a 401k plan, paid time off, holiday pay, and professional development support such as tuition reimbursement. This role is more than just cooking; it is about contributing to a mission that improves the daily lives of incarcerated people through quality meals and social engagement during meals.

By joining Summit, employees become part of a reputable and socially important brand segment within Elior North America that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is committed to providing growth opportunities for its workforce. The role offers a chance to develop your culinary career in a meaningful and structured environment with clear advancement pathways.