Cook

Company: Summit
Location: Spooner
Posted on: February 8, 2026

Job Description:

Cook Job Reference Number: 36674 Employment Type: Full-Time , Onsite Segment: Corrections Brand: Summit Location: Hayward , Wisconsin (US-WI) The Role at a glance: $500 Sign-on Bonus! We are looking to add an experienced cook to work with a highly motivated and energetic kitchen staff in our Hayward, WI location for our correctional kitchen division. As a cook for Summit, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, efficient environment and cook delicious meals. If you are driven, passionate about preparing and serving high quality meals, and are looking for an organization that promotes your personal growth, this could be the right role for you. Please read on! Applicants will be required to pass a background check in accordance with any background check procedures required by the correctional facility and applicable law. Why Summit? Great opportunity for entry level candidates Competitive Benefits! - Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, Paid Holidays, vacation pay, and sick time for full time employees Stable Career Growth Opportunities Weekly pay! What you'll be doing: Quality and portion control Food preparation Creative food presentation Maintaining kitchen Ensuring food is stored properly Following safe food handling policies, procedures and recipes What we're looking for: Must-haves: At least one years’ prior culinary experience in a quality and high-volume establishment with an emphasis on scratch cooking Working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks in fast-paced environment. Ability to use various kitchen equipment and tools as well as identify and differentiate food items. Customer service experience is required. Nice-to-haves: Food handlers’ certification Where you'll be working: Sawyer County Jail Compensation Range $16.50 per hour $500 Sign-on Bonus! Our Benefits: Medical (FT Employees) Dental Vision Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Discount Program Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit) EAP 401k Sick Time Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays) Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees) Paid Time Off boost About Summit: Focused on serving correctional institutions, Summit ensures that incarcerated people across the United States have access to delicious, healthy food at each meal. Working with Summit, you will have the opportunity to aid in this process and provide inmates with vital social interaction at mealtimes. About Elior North America: Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth. At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments. Disclaimer: This job description can be revised by management as needed.

Keywords: Summit, St. Paul , Cook, Hospitality & Tourism , Spooner, Minnesota