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A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$35,078 / year median in South Dakota
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Cook TKC Holdings, Inc. life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan United States, South Dakota, Yankton 321 West 3rd Street (Show on map) Sep 03, 2026
Wage Rate $21.00/hour
Overview Are you looking for a career with premium benefits and the potential for growth? At Trinity Services Group, we have created something special, a better place to work and grow. Many employees start just expecting 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
•Must be able to work both shifts: 8:00am - 1:00pm AND 3:00pm - 7:00pm (this does include some weekends and holidays)
•The Cook prepares a variety of food items following assigned work instructions, menus and guidelines while following food safety and food handling procedures. The Cook also shows experience preparing hot and cold food items and all standardized knife cuts. You will exercise problem-solving skills to resolve issues that potentially arise. You will follow recipes, while managing their assigned station with team members to produce dishes promptly. You will report to a Food Service Director. This position is located onsite inside of a jail/correctional facility. Our ideal Cook excels at the following: Passionate about food and service Have a understanding of food handling regulations Desire to always learn more Work as a team member Adapt to changes quickly Flexible Essential Functions/Main Responsibilities Refers to Daily Prep List at the start of each shift for assigned tasks and completes opening and closing checklists daily. Set up workstation with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment. Must be comfortable using and operating a variety of equipment including ovens, stoves, slicers, and mixers. Handle, stores, labels, and rotates all products following applicable state laws. You will have physical demands such as lifting, bending, pushing, kneeling, walking, and standing for extended periods of time. Be able to stand and be on your feet for much of the scheduled shift. Other responsibilities as determined by our needs. What You'll Need We require a high school diploma or GED, and that you are at least 18 years of age.
At least one (1) year of relevant cooking experience required.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Prior experience cooking or kitchen experience in a cafeteria or large volume production facility.
Experience with safety procedures as typical in a cafeteria or food service environment. Benefits We care about our employees and offer benefits that support your health, finances, and career growth. Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance DailyPay - Work Today, Get Paid Today 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition Reimbursement Paid Training Career Advancement Opportunities Life Insurance & AD&D Coverage Voluntary Benefits including Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Coverage, and more. EEO Statement Equal Employment 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:https://tkcholdings.com/privacy-policy-108