Culinary Specialist

Company Overview

At Trinity Services Group, we strive to create a better place to work and grow. Many employees start with the expectation of a paycheck but end up with a rewarding career. We provide exceptional training and a clear career path.

We also offer a $250 bonus for completing our Rookie's Fast Track Program within the first 60 days

We now also offer DailyPay providing you immediate access to earned wages. Work Today, Get Paid Today

We are proud to be a military and veteran friendly employer.

About This Position

The Culinary Specialist accurately and efficiently prepares and serves a variety of food items in accordance with assigned work instructions and menus within a correctional setting. This position also utilizes a variety of food preparation utensils and machines in preparing food.

This role requires someone who is passionate about food and service, has a solid understanding of food handling regulations, and is eager to learn more. The ideal candidate must be able to work as a team member, as well as independently, and adapt to changes quickly. Dependability and flexibility are essential qualities for success in this position.

Responsibilities

The Culinary Specialist will prepare and assist team members in the preparation of quality foods according to the planned menu, recipes, and work instructions in a timely manner. This includes cleaning as you go, maintaining a neat and food safe workstation, pulling trash, sweeping, mopping, and any other duties assigned within the facility.

Serving food during planned meal schedules and according to department policies and procedures is also a key responsibility. The Culinary Specialist will utilize kitchen utensils/equipment to cook, prepare, and serve food according to recipes, using proper utensils to serve menued portions and meeting clients' nutritional needs.

A clean work area/environment that includes cleaning of refrigerators/freezers, cooking equipment, and serving equipment is maintained by the Culinary Specialist. Functioning in a fast-paced environment, performing routine kitchen tasks while being organized and clean is essential.

Keeping up with garbage collection and keeping kitchen floors clean from excess food/trash is also a crucial aspect of this role. Physical demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, walking, and standing for extended periods of time are associated with this position.

What You'll Need

To be successful in this role, candidates must possess a High School Diploma or Equivalent, and be at least 18 years of age. Prior institutional food service or restaurant experience is preferred but not required.

Benefits

Trinity Services Group offers comprehensive benefits to all regular-full time employees, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Voluntary benefits such as short-term and long-term disability insurance are also available. Employees are eligible for paid time off, company-matched 401(k) retirement savings plan, and DailyPay providing immediate access to earned wages.

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