Cook - Corrections

Cook - Corrections

Department: Monroe County Inmate Dorm 400024

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Monroe County Jail

Reporting To: Kattye Baker

Compensation: $17.50 / hour

Description Canteen Corrections is seeking candidates to work within the kitchen of Macomb County Correctional Facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Review the master menu cycle to ensure the correct production records and recipes are being used
• Verify that all the daily menu items have been prepped for the line
• Verify all menu items and service items are available in the correct amounts at the correct locations to be available/prepared at the proper time
• Review menu, portion sizes, serving utensils, hats, gloves, aprons (if needed) and line setup
• Verify any items produced in excess and check with the Food Service Manager for their use
• Label all items with name, date, and meal
• Use and complete production records as directed
• Delegate duties to inmates and supervise them in the performance of them
• Monitor the line for timely service
• Record temperatures for all items served on the line
• Enforce sanitation, safety, and security of inventory at all times
• Monitor security/portion control and follow the process of all items being prepared
• Monitor inventory controls
• Responsible for check in of daily orders
• Other duties as assigned by management
• Knowledge and understanding of meal requirements
• Keep accurate production records
• Insure proper use of cleaning schedule
• Maintain accurate inventory as per schedule
• Determine quality and quantity of all items prepared
• Prepare menu items as determined for daily use
• Office duties including answering phone, knowledge of daily participation, and routine filing of various documents
• Ensure efficient operation of kitchen including employee time schedule adjustments and assignment
• Able to make changes and suggestions that increase inmate satisfaction when necessary
• Participate in employee meetings and training programs
• Assist in maintaining product service quality standards by conducting ongoing evaluations and investigating complaints
• Maintain officers program for meals
• Help maintain a security function, which protects both the assets of the operation and the personal safety of staff and inmates
• Help manage in compliance with established policies and procedures
• Help manage in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations
• Help follow safety procedures to ensure an accident free work place
• Enforce and follow sanitation standards and cleaning standards
• Use menu instruction sheets to provide consistent service
• Responsible for weekly purchased inventory
• Assure food is prepared on time to meet nutritional standards, contractual standards, meet Department of Health standards and is served in an attractive manner
• Supervise personnel to ensure that food is served in the proper portions and that the process is completed as economically as possible while maintaining the necessary standards
• Supervise the use of kitchen equipment in a safe manner
• Be active in associated professional organizations
• Review for accuracy and sign all timesheets and leave requests
• Keep accurate production records for daily menu
• Maintain accurate records as required by governing agencies
• Responsible for securing the facility at the end of each shift
• Compile and maintain a loose equipment inventory for each location
• Check and record temperatures of foods
• Proper ordering of supplies as needed
• Responsible for proper storage and use of food
• Establish and maintain good rapport with staff, administrators and public
• Maintain an active role in management team developments
• Strive to continually upgrade skills using appropriate methods
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Supervisor
• May provide temporary coverage in the event of staff shortage

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Demonstrates attributes of

• Must have knowledge of food safety and sanitation laws, regulations, and rules.
• Must be comfortable working in a correctional facility
• Must be comfortable working alongside and supervising inmates
• Must be flexible
• Must be able to multi-task
• Adhere to daily standards of operation
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Socially interactive
• Strong problem solving
• Integrity
• Organized
• Compliant
• Team Player
• Energetic
• Ensure the uniform standards are always met
• Ability to keep all conversation professional
• Adhere to all standard operation procedures
• Reliable Transportation
• High school diploma or GED (Preferred)
• Post-secondary courses beneficial
• 3 years supervisory experience
• Sanitation certification
• Knowledge of basic work area operations and procedures

Benefits We prioritize the health, wellness and work-life balance of our team members and designed our comprehensive compensation packages to reflect that.

• Full-time team members are eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, parental leave, 401(k) with company match, at-work dining perks, flexible schedules, generous PTO, and a total rewards program. Team Members can also use our inclusive employee assistance program.
• Part-time Team Members are eligible for our 401(k) with company match, at work dining perks and team members can also use our inclusive employee assistance program.

Location-specific perks may also include wellness programming, on-the-job training, corporate-hosted courses, certifications and team events.