Lead Cook

Tigg's Canteen Services Inc; Connersville (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Tigg's Canteen Services Inc. is hiring a Permanent Full-Time Lead Cook for Fayette County Jail in Connersville, Indiana.

This role leads inmate workers, assists with daily meal prep, prepares and cooks meals, and ensures recipes and procedures are followed within a structured kitchen setting. The ideal candidate will have leadership and teamwork skills, be able to lift up to 50 pounds, and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to obtain facility clearance.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead inmate workers in the kitchen.
• Assist with daily meal preparation.
• Prepare, bake, and cook food.
• Read and follow company recipes and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen.
• Assist with kitchen clean-up.
• Work within a structured correctional environment.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Reading recipes

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

NOW HIRING: FULL-TIME LEAD COOK

Fayette County Jail | Connersville, Indiana

Are you looking for a 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 Fayette County Jail in Connersville, Indiana.

We are looking for a dependable and motivated individual with integrity, a positive attitude, and strong character. If you enjoy working in a structured environment, taking on leadership responsibilities, and being part of a team, this could be the opportunity for you!

PAY & BENEFITS

Starting Pay: $19.00 per hour

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Paid Time Off

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Lead Cook, you will play an important role in the daily operation of the kitchen. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and instructing inmate workers in the kitchen
• Assisting with daily meal preparation
• Preparing, baking, and cooking food
• Reading and 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
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills
• A willingness to learn and take direction

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays
• Ability 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!

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