Cook II

About the role

Trinity Services Group is a military and veteran-friendly employer offering a better place to work and grow. Employees receive exceptional training and a clear career path, along with a $250 bonus for completing the Rookie’s Fast Track Program within 60 days and DailyPay for immediate access to earned wages.

Overview

We are seeking a Lead Cook with proven experience in a kitchen environment and the ability to execute large-scale recipes and production. The position requires open availability to work between 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, including some weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Function as a Lead for your shift, ensuring an efficient and well-running shift while supervising other positions (Cook I / FSW)
• Prepare a variety of food items in accordance with assigned work instructions and menus
• Accurately and efficiently prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and other kitchen equipment
• Refer to Daily Prep List at the start of each shift for assigned duties and complete opening and closing checklists daily
• Promptly report equipment and food quality or shortage problems to the Assistant Food Service Director/Food Service Manager
• Follow standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, recipes, policies and procedures
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to ensure smooth serving of food
• Portion food products according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
• Complete required production paperwork and assign/in supervise inmates in completing their required tasks (food prep, serving, clean-up, pots, dishes, sanitation etc.)
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work station area
• Prepare food items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating according to directions
• Follow proper plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes
• Handle, store, label and rotate all products properly and in accordance with applicable state laws
• May perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and/or equivalent experience
• At least 18 years of age
• At least one (1) year of relevant cooking experience required
• Prior experience cooking in a cafeteria or large volume production facility a plus
• Prior knowledge and experience in a kitchen or large cafeteria setting preferred
• Experience with safety procedures as typical in a cafeteria or food service environment

Benefits

• Medical coverage with prescription benefits
• Benefit Credit of $750 annually, divided evenly among paychecks
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Basic Life and Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Voluntary benefits such as short-term, long-term disability and more
• Paid Time Off
• Company Match for the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• We now also offer DailyPay providing immediate access to earned wages

EEO Statement

Trinity Services Group is an equal employment opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We maintain a drug-free workplace. A copy of our Privacy Policy and CA Employee Privacy Notice can be found here: here.