Cook Supervisor - Competitive Benefits

Summit is a specialized food service company dedicated to serving correctional institutions across the United States. It is part of Elior North America, a reputable organization known for its commitment to diversity, employee growth, and delivering high-quality food services. Summit’s mission is to provide incarcerated individuals access to nutritious, well-prepared meals while facilitating vital social interactions during mealtimes. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an important sector of the food service industry that impacts lives in a meaningful way, creating an environment of efficiency, care, and respect within correctional facility kitchens.

The position available is a full-time, onsite Cook role located in McMinnville, Oregon within the Summit correctional facility kitchen division. The Cook will be an integral part of a highly motivated and energetic kitchen staff, working in a fast-paced environment where efficiency and quality are paramount. The ideal candidate will be passionate about cooking, possessing a strong background in culinary arts, particularly in scratch cooking within high-volume establishments. This role demands a careful balance of creativity, skill, and discipline, promoting safety with strict adherence to food handling procedures.

Working at Summit means engaging in a career path that promotes personal growth and advancement. Employees are supported by an organization that not only values quality food preparation but also prioritizes staff development and diversity. The compensation for this role is competitive, with an hourly wage of $21.00, making it an attractive opportunity for culinary professionals who are seeking a stable and fulfilling career in a supportive and professional kitchen environment.

As a Cook with Summit, you will be responsible for food preparation, quality control, portioning, and creative food presentation, ensuring that every meal served meets the high standards of Summit and upholds the health and safety regulations required in correctional facilities. There is a strong emphasis on proper food storage, sanitation, and following established recipes and safe food handling policies. The role also requires effective multitasking to handle a busy kitchen environment while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.

Working knowledge of various kitchen equipment and culinary techniques is essential, alongside the ability to identify and differentiate food items accurately. Prior experience in customer service is also important, reflecting Summit’s dedication to creating a positive mealtime experience for those served. This role provides a path to enhance culinary skills and contribute meaningfully within a dedicated team.

Summit, through its parent company Elior North America, offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, voluntary accident and critical illness insurance options, discount programs, commuter benefits, employee assistance programs, 401(k) retirement plans, sick time, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off. This breadth of benefits demonstrates Summit’s commitment to the well-being and development of its team members.

Joining Summit means becoming part of a forward-thinking organization that supports all employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. This role is ideal for candidates who want to grow in their culinary careers while making a positive impact within a vital community food service setting. If you are dedicated, detail-oriented, and passionate about quality cooking, this opportunity at the Summit McMinnville facility is crafted for you.