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Lead Cook

$18 per hour

Canteen Services

Now Hiring: Full-Time Lead Cook

Are you looking for a rewarding leadership opportunity in the food service industry?

Tigg's Canteen Services is currently hiring a Permanent Full-Time Lead Cook to join our team at the DeKalb County Jail in Auburn, Indiana.

We are looking for someone who is dependable, motivated, and ready to take on a leadership role in a structured work environment. If you have integrity, a positive attitude, strong character, and enjoy working as part of a team, we would love to hear from you!

Pay & Benefits

Starting Pay: $18.00 per hour

Our competitive benefits package includes: Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401K Paid Time Off And Much More!

What You'll Do

As a Lead Cook, you will help oversee and support the daily food service operation. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading and instructing inmate workers in the kitchen
  • Assisting with daily meal preparation
  • Preparing, baking, and cooking food
  • Following company recipes and procedures
  • Helping maintain a clean and organized kitchen
  • Assisting with kitchen clean-up
  • Working successfully within a structured correctional environment

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A positive, can-do attitude
  • Strong character and integrity
  • The ability to work well in a structured environment
  • The ability to read and follow company recipes
  • The ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Leadership and teamwork skills
  • A willingness to learn and take direction

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to work weekends and holidays
  • Flexibility to work varying days and hours between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM
  • Ability to successfully obtain clearance to enter the facility

Previous food service or kitchen experience is a plus, but it is not required. We are happy to train the right person!

Canteen Services
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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