Lead Cook

Tiggs Canteen Services is currently seeking a dedicated and reliable Full-Time Lead Cook to join our food service team at the Calhoun County Jail in Battle Creek MI.

This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen environment take pride in preparing quality meals and are comfortable leading others while maintaining high food service standards.

We believe in rewarding our team members with competitive pay and valuable benefits including:

• Starting pay of $21.00 per hour
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Additional employee benefits and programs

The Lead Cook plays an important role in daily meal production and kitchen operations. This individual will help coordinate food preparation activities ensure recipes and procedures are followed and assist in maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen environment.

• Prepare cook and serve meals according to company standards
• Follow approved recipes and production schedules
• Assist with baking food preparation and kitchen cleanup
• Provide guidance and direction to kitchen staff when needed
• Monitor food quality safety and sanitation practices
• Help maintain an organized and efficient work environment

Successful candidates will possess:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work effectively in a structured correctional facility setting
• Ability to read understand and follow recipes and instructions
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Dependability and attention to detail

• Availability to work rotating weekends and holidays
• Flexibility to work shifts between 7:30 AM and 7:30 PM
• Ability to successfully obtain facility clearance

Previous experience in food service institutional dining healthcare school nutrition programs correctional food service or restaurant kitchens is beneficial. However we are willing to train motivated candidates who demonstrate a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn.

If youre looking for a stable full-time position with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth wed like to hear from you.

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