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Consolidated Management Company
Watertown, SD Full Time
POSTED ON 7/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/25/2026
Cook - Codington County Jail

About Us
Consolidated Management is a food service management company with over 50 years of experience, currently operating in 10 states. We specialize in providing food service programs tailored to each client and location. Our team members represent our company with integrity, honesty, and a commitment to delivering outstanding service. At Consolidated Management, customer service is an attitude—not a department.

Position Summary
We are seeking a reliable and motivated Cook to join our team. The ideal candidate has prior cooking experience, a positive attitude, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while standing for extended periods.

Schedule & Pay

  • Full Time
  • 8am to 5pm and 1 hour for lunch
  • Pay based on experience
  • Works with inmates

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes
  • Ensure proper food preparation, handling, and storage
  • Maintain compliance with all health and safety regulations
  • Present food in an appealing and appetizing manner
  • Assist with kitchen cleaning and sanitation
  • Follow all safety and sanitation procedures

Qualifications

  • Previous cooking experience required
  • Knowledge of special diets preferred
  • Must be at least 18 years old (position located within a jail facility)
  • Ability to pass a drug test and background check
  • Ability to work independently
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Reliable transportation

Benefits

  • Health Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Cancer, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday pay: time and a half on New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving
  • Double time pay on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
  • 401(k) eligibility after one year of service
  • Team member referral incentives

Equal Opportunity Employer
Consolidated Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M/F/D/V). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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