Cook Supervisor - Competitive Benefits

Summit is a specialized food service company committed to providing nutritious, delicious meals to correctional facilities across the United States. Known for its focused approach in serving the food needs of incarcerated individuals, Summit prioritizes quality and consistency, ensuring that every meal contributes to both health and well-being within the unique environment of correctional institutions. Partnering with correctional facilities, Summit plays a pivotal role in maintaining operational smoothness and safety by delivering meals that meet strict standards and contractual obligations.

Elior North America, the parent company of Summit, is a leader in the food service industry, known for its dedication to diversity, employee growth, and equal opportunity employment. With a strong emphasis on professional development and advancement, Elior North America fosters a supportive working environment that values employees' skills and contributions at all levels. This makes it an ideal place for career progression in the dynamic food service sector.

The Food Service Supervisor role at Summit, based in Savannah, Georgia within the Chatham County Sheriff’s Complex, offers a unique opportunity to lead and manage food service operations in a correctional facility. This is a full-time, onsite position with a compensation rate of $20.00 per hour. Unlike traditional restaurant positions, this role demands a structured, disciplined approach that aligns with the security and operational protocols of a jail environment. As a Food Service Supervisor, you will oversee the entire meal production and service process, ensuring that every meal is prepared and served according to company standards and contractual requirements.

Your key responsibilities will include providing hands-on supervision during meal preparation, cooking, and portioning, ensuring that all meals meet the established quality standards. Leadership in this role involves managing a team, maintaining compliance with food safety regulations, and contributing to a community-focused kitchen environment. You will play an essential role in supporting the jail’s operations by making sure meals are prepared efficiently, safely, and in a timely manner. This position requires close attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with staff and facility personnel.

Joining Summit means becoming part of a mission-driven organization working behind the scenes to improve the daily lives of incarcerated people through nutritious food and meaningful social interaction during meal times. The role is conducive to applicants who are organized, committed to quality service, and experienced in supervising food service staff. Applicants must be prepared to pass a background check consistent with the correctional facility’s policies and legal requirements. This position offers growth opportunities within Elior North America, providing a platform for ongoing skill development and career advancement within the food service and hospitality industries.