Cook Supervisor

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $28.00
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Voluntary insurance
Discount Program
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
401k
Sick Time
Holiday pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Summit is a specialized provider focused on serving correctional institutions by delivering nutritious and flavorful food to incarcerated individuals across the United States. As part of this critical mission, Summit ensures that every meal served fosters both sustenance and vital social interaction within these unique environments. With a commitment to quality and community, Summit operates under Elior North America, a leading foodservice management company known for its dedication to diversity, employee growth, and operational excellence.

Elior North America champions equal employment opportunities, welcoming applications from diverse backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. The organization prides itself on fostering employees' professional development and offering clear pathways for career advancement within its corporate offices or across its brand segments. Employees benefit from a supportive environment where skills and expertise are nurtured, ensuring long-term growth and success.

The Cook Supervisor role at Summit represents a pivotal position, crucial for maintaining the highest standards in food preparation and service within a correctional setting. This full-time, onsite role based in Hillsboro, Oregon, requires an experienced culinary professional who can seamlessly manage the kitchen operations, uphold sanitation protocols, and supervise staff to ensure efficient meal service. It involves coordinating employee schedules, instructing team members on culinary techniques, and enforcing strict adherence to portion control, food appearance, and temperature standards.

This position is designed for a culinary leader who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments and possesses a sharp eye for detail and multitasking capabilities. The ideal candidate brings at least one year of prior experience in a high-volume, quality-focused establishment emphasizing scratch cooking. Supervisory experience is essential, as the role demands guiding and training employees to consistently meet Summit’s rigorous foodservice standards. Additionally, candidates should have comprehensive knowledge of culinary methods and demonstrate excellent customer service skills.

The Cook Supervisor will play a critical role in ensuring that meal services commence promptly and operate smoothly, all while delivering meals that meet health, safety, and quality benchmarks. This position not only supports the logistical aspects of food service but also contributes to the overall mission of enhancing the correctional environment by providing nutritious meals and a structured dining experience.

Summit offers a competitive compensation package and an attractive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, voluntary insurance plans, commuter benefits, employee assistance programs, 401k, paid time off, sick leave, holiday pay, and tuition reimbursement. This robust benefits package underscores the company's commitment to the well-being and professional growth of its employees.

Joining Summit as a Cook Supervisor means becoming part of a dedicated team striving to make a positive impact through foodservice in correctional facilities. The role provides a unique opportunity to develop leadership skills in a specialized culinary environment, contributing to both operational success and community well-being. Summits' partnership with Elior North America ensures strong corporate support and a future-oriented workplace culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Job Requirements

  • At least one years’ prior culinary experience in a quality and high volume establishment with an emphasis on scratch cooking
  • Complete knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques and standards
  • Excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks at once
  • Experience supervising a team
  • Food handlers certification preferred

Job Qualifications

  • At least one years’ prior culinary experience in a quality and high-volume establishment with an emphasis on scratch cooking
  • Complete knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques and standards
  • Excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks at once
  • Experience supervising a team
  • High-level product knowledge
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Job Duties

  • Instructing and training employees in all aspects of food service and sanitation
  • Ensuring meal services begin on time
  • Monitoring portion sizes, appearance, and temperature of all food items to maintain quality
  • Coordinating and supervising the work of kitchen staff to enhance efficiency
  • Enforcing adherence to established culinary standards and procedures
  • Managing multiple tasks simultaneously in a dynamic work environment
  • Providing friendly and helpful customer service while supervising a team

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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