Food Service Worker

Summit is a leading food service provider specializing in correctional facilities across the United States. Dedicated to ensuring that incarcerated individuals receive nutritious, delicious meals, Summit plays a vital role in supporting the well-being and rehabilitation of those within correctional institutions. Operating under the brand of Elior North America, Summit demonstrates a strong commitment to quality, safety, and compliance within a highly regulated environment. The company prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees can develop their skills and advance their careers. Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring and supporting individuals from all backgrounds, ensuring fair treatment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

The Food Service Worker role at Summit's correctional facility in Bolivia, North Carolina, is a full-time, onsite position within the corrections segment. This role offers an hourly wage of $17.00 and requires candidates to be over 21 years old, willing to work early hours, and able to pass a background check according to facility and legal regulations. This position is ideal for motivated individuals looking to build a career in food service within a unique and challenging environment that supports the correctional community.

As a Food Service Worker, you will be an integral part of the kitchen team responsible for preparing, serving, and distributing meals to incarcerated individuals. Working in a fast-paced setting, you will rotate through various kitchen departments such as the tray line, dish room, cafeteria, and storeroom, gaining diverse hands-on experience. This role demands strong attention to detail, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to communicate and organize efficiently to ensure smooth operation and high-quality food service delivery daily.

In addition to the core responsibilities, this job offers opportunities to develop a wide range of skills applicable not only within corrections food service but also transferable to broader food service industries. You will interact daily with a diverse clientele, requiring a respectful and professional approach that supports the social and rehabilitative needs of the incarcerated population during mealtimes. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, sanitation, and compliance with correctional facility procedures and applicable laws.

Summit and Elior North America are committed to employee development and provide comprehensive benefits that support the health, safety, and well-being of their workforce. These include medical, dental, vision coverage, voluntary insurance options, commuter benefits, employee assistance programs, 401k retirement plans, paid sick leave, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off. As part of a company dedicated to growth and inclusion, this role not only offers competitive pay but also a supportive environment that encourages career advancement and skill enhancement in the food service field.