Cook Supervisor

Summit is a specialized food service company focused on delivering high-quality meals to correctional institutions across the United States. With a commitment to providing nutritious and appealing food options, Summit plays a vital role in the daily lives of incarcerated individuals, ensuring they receive balanced meals that meet established standards for health and quality. As part of Elior North America, one of the leading food service companies in the continent, Summit brings extensive expertise and dedication to the correctional food service industry. Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, fostering growth opportunities and professional development for its employees in a supportive environment.

The role available at the Summit facility in Shelbyville, Kentucky, is the position of Cook Supervisor. This full-time, on-site role is ideal for a culinary professional with experience in high-volume and quality food service environments, especially with an emphasis on scratch cooking techniques. The Cook Supervisor will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing kitchen operations within a correctional facility, ensuring that all meals are prepared to exacting quality, portion control, and adherence to food safety standards. This position requires strong leadership skills to manage a kitchen team effectively and deliver meals on time in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The Cook Supervisor will not only supervise food preparation but also train kitchen employees in proper culinary methods and sanitation practices to maintain high standards consistently.

In this role, the Cook Supervisor will ensure meal services begin promptly and that all food items meet required temperature, appearance, and portion size standards. The individual will foster a collaborative and efficient work environment, promoting attention to detail and multi-tasking skills critical to managing simultaneous tasks without compromising food quality or safety. The position offers a competitive hourly wage range of $17.00 to $20.00 and includes numerous benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees, retirement plans, paid time off, and other valuable perks. Aspiring candidates who demonstrate culinary expertise, prior supervisory experience, and a commitment to customer service excellence in a correctional food service setting will find this role rewarding and impactful. As part of Summit and Elior North America, the Cook Supervisor will contribute not only to meal preparation but also to enhancing the overall dining experience for incarcerated individuals, ultimately supporting the social environment within the institution.