Cook

About the role

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) operates the Otero County Prison in Chaparral, New Mexico. We provide a safe and secure working environment for our staff while helping those in our custody prepare for success upon release.

Responsibilities

• You'll assist with the preparation of all facility meals.
• Prepare and cook quantity of food required according to menu and production sheet.
• Maintain kitchen equipment in orderly workable condition.
• Ensure work area is safe, clean and sanitary at all times.
• Ensure the count and control of knives and other controlled kitchen tools.
• Provide an accurate count of all controlled items at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Prepare foods as directed for special facility functions and special diets when prescribed by staff doctor.
• Assist in cleaning kitchen work areas following each meal.
• Cook and serve meals to inmates.
• Cook and serve meals to visitors.
• Cook and serve meals to staff.
• Coordinate the work of inmates assigned to assist in the cafeteria, which includes long periods of sitting and standing.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year of food service or related experience required.
• A valid food handler’s permit in the state of New Mexico or the state of Texas.
• A valid driver’s license in the state of New Mexico or the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be able to pass a drug test.
• Must be able to pass a physical exam.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Skills

• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Health/dental/vision/prescription insurance.
• Life insurance, AD&D as well as short-term disability.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Sick and vacation time.
• Paid holidays.
• Employee assistance program.
• Career advancement opportunities.

Pay

$19.27 per hour.

Schedule

Full-time.