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Jail Kitchen Cook

Shawano County
Shawano, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/10/2027

Job Summary: Prepares nutritious meals for inmates as mandated by law. Maintains a sanitary environment with the help of inmate workers under the Cook's supervision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

-Prepares food for inmates and staff. Prepares trays to go to inmate populations, according to floor counts.

-Maintains a sanitary kitchen with the help of inmate workers under the Cook's supervision.

-Rotates stock and places food orders in correct storage areas.

-Instruct inmates in proper sanitation of dishes and equipment.

-Verifies special meals for special diets and prepares them.

-Informs Food Service Manager of problems involved with kitchen operation.

Work Requirements:

-High School Diploma or equivalent.

-Experience in Quantity food production required.

-Requires a valid driver's license and adequate insurance as required by County Policy.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.30 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17

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