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Lead Cook

$21 per hour

Canteen Services

Lead Cook | Full-Time Permanent

Tigg's Canteen Services is looking for a Lead Cook to join our team!

If you're dependable, hardworking, and ready for a position where you can take on responsibility while working in food service, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

We are seeking a Full-Time Permanent Lead Cook who can confidently work in a structured environment and help keep daily kitchen operations running smoothly.

Pay & Benefits

Starting Wage: $21.00 per hour

Our benefits package includes:

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off
  • And more!

About The Position

The Lead Cook is an important part of the daily food service operation. You will assist with meal preparation while helping lead and maintain an organized, safe, and productive kitchen.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading, directing, and assisting inmates within the kitchen
  • Preparing, baking, and cooking meals
  • Following company recipes and established procedures
  • Helping ensure meals are prepared correctly and on time
  • Maintaining kitchen organization and cleanliness
  • Assisting with sanitation and kitchen clean-up
  • Working effectively as part of a team
  • Maintaining a professional attitude in a structured correctional environment

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

  • Is dependable and motivated
  • Has a positive, professional attitude
  • Demonstrates strong character and leadership ability
  • Can work successfully in a structured correctional environment
  • Can read and follow company recipes
  • Is comfortable assisting with cooking, baking, food preparation, and clean-up
  • Can lift up to 50 pounds
  • Is comfortable leading and assisting others in the kitchen

Requirements

Candidates must have:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Availability to work weekends and holidays
  • Flexibility to work varying days and hours
  • Typical schedule of approximately 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Ability to obtain the required facility clearance and approval

Kitchen or food service experience is a plus, but not required. We are willing to train the right person!

Canteen Services
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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