Cook Supervisor

South Bend, IN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $18.50

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity

Discount Program

Commuter Benefits

Employee assistance program

401k

Sick Time

Holiday pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job Description

Summit is a specialized food service provider focused on serving correctional institutions across the United States. The company is committed to ensuring that incarcerated individuals receive nutritious, high-quality meals that contribute to their well-being during confinement. Summit operates within a dynamic and demanding environment where safety, efficiency, and adherence to strict regulatory standards are paramount. As part of the broader Elior North America family, Summit benefits from a strong commitment to diversity, employee growth, and career advancement opportunities in the foodservice industry. Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer that prioritizes inclusivity and development at all levels, offering a supportive workplace culture that values every employee's contribution and potential for progression. Located in South Bend, Indiana, this full-time onsite Cook Supervisor role is pivotal to the daily operations of the correctional facility’s kitchen team, offering a competitive compensation at $18.50 per hour.

The Cook Supervisor at Summit will play a critical leadership role within the foodservice team, directly responsible for coordinating and supervising the kitchen staff to meet stringent quality standards and operational deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume setting. The role demands expertise in culinary methods, a focus on scratch cooking, and the ability to train and instruct employees on all facets of food service, including sanitation practices. The Cook Supervisor ensures each meal adheres to specified portion sizes, appearance guidelines, and safe temperature requirements to maintain food quality and safety. This position also emphasizes the importance of team leadership skills for managing diverse kitchen staff and maintaining an efficient workflow. The ideal candidate will bring strong culinary skills, a meticulous attention to detail, and the capability to multitask effectively while providing excellent customer service. Employees in this role contribute directly to the nourishing and social atmosphere of mealtimes within the correctional environment, affecting not only food preparation but also inmates' daily experience. This job presents opportunities for hands-on management experience and professional development within a company committed to employee growth and advancement. Summit provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision coverage, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for full-time employees—benefits that support both work-life balance and employee well-being. As a Cook Supervisor with Summit, you will join a dedicated foodservice team working in a challenging yet rewarding correctional facility environment, ensuring that every meal served promotes health, dignity, and respect among the incarcerated population.

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
ability to provide friendly and helpful customer service
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 ability to perform multiple tasks at once
experience supervising a team
high-level product knowledge
ability to provide friendly and helpful customer service
food handlers certification preferred

Job Duties

Instructing and training employees in all aspects of food service and sanitation
ensuring meal services begin on time
ensuring that portion, appearance and temperature for all food items is appropriate and of high quality
coordinating and supervising kitchen staff to meet operational standards
maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment
monitoring food preparation to ensure adherence to recipes and safety regulations
managing multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced setting