Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $19.00 - $22.00
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Voluntary insurance
Discount Program
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
401k
Sick Time
Holiday pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Job Description
Summit, a leading brand under Elior North America, specializes in providing high-quality food services to correctional institutions across the United States. With a strong commitment to delivering nutritious, delicious meals, Summit plays a critical role in enhancing the daily lives of incarcerated individuals by ensuring they receive well-prepared, wholesome food in a structured and safe environment. The company prides itself on its dedication to quality and operational excellence, serving correctional facilities with professionalism and care. Elior North America, Summit's parent company, is recognized for its commitment to diversity, equal opportunity employment, and fostering employee growth and development at all organizational levels. Through its supportive culture, Elior North America encourages career advancement and skill enhancement, making it an ideal workplace for individuals seeking long-term career opportunities in the food service industry.
The Cook position at Summit's Kent, Washington correctional facility kitchen is a full-time, onsite role integral to maintaining the high standards of meal preparation and service within a fast-paced and energetic kitchen setting. This role involves working with a motivated kitchen staff to prepare and serve meals that meet strict quality and portion control standards, focusing on scratch cooking techniques. The successful candidate will handle food preparation, creative presentation, kitchen maintenance, and adhere to safe food handling policies and procedures. Compensation ranges from $19.00 to $22.00 per hour, reflecting the importance of delivering quality culinary services in a correctional environment. This position offers an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals passionate about food preparation and customer service to contribute meaningfully to a unique segment of food service, while also enjoying substantial benefits and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
The Cook position at Summit's Kent, Washington correctional facility kitchen is a full-time, onsite role integral to maintaining the high standards of meal preparation and service within a fast-paced and energetic kitchen setting. This role involves working with a motivated kitchen staff to prepare and serve meals that meet strict quality and portion control standards, focusing on scratch cooking techniques. The successful candidate will handle food preparation, creative presentation, kitchen maintenance, and adhere to safe food handling policies and procedures. Compensation ranges from $19.00 to $22.00 per hour, reflecting the importance of delivering quality culinary services in a correctional environment. This position offers an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals passionate about food preparation and customer service to contribute meaningfully to a unique segment of food service, while also enjoying substantial benefits and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Job Requirements
- At least one years' prior culinary experience
- knowledge of culinary methods, techniques and standards
- ability to perform multiple tasks in fast-paced environment
- ability to use kitchen equipment and tools
- customer service experience
- 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
- working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards
- excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks in fast-paced environment
- ability to use various kitchen equipment and tools as well as identify and differentiate food items
- 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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