Lead Cook

canteenservices; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Additional employee benefits

Job summary

Tigg's Canteen Services is hiring a Full-Time Lead Cook to oversee daily meal preparation at the DeKalb County Jail in Auburn, Indiana. You will lead and mentor the kitchen team, ensure consistency with company recipes, and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

We value dependable leaders who thrive in a correctional setting, with shifts 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., rotating weekends, and competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and a positive attitude.
• Enjoys leading and supporting others.
• Thrives in a structured correctional environment.
• Can follow standardized recipes and food production procedures.
• Is able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Takes pride in preparing quality meals and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and assisting with daily food preparation
• Preparing, cooking, and baking meals according to company standards
• Training and supporting kitchen team members
• Maintaining food safety, sanitation, and quality standards
• Assisting with kitchen clean-up and organization
• Helping deliver consistent meal service every day

Skills

Team leadership

Mentoring

Food preparation

Kitchen management

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Now Hiring: Full-Time Lead Cook

DeKalb County Jail | Auburn, Indiana

Looking for More Than Just a Kitchen Job?

If you're a dependable leader who enjoys cooking, mentoring others, and being part of a team that makes a difference every day, Tigg's Canteen Services has an opportunity for you.

We're seeking a Full-Time Lead Cook to oversee daily meal preparation and help lead our kitchen team at the DeKalb County Jail in Auburn, Indiana.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Competitive Pay

• Starting at $18.00 per hour

Outstanding Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Additional employee benefits

Stable Schedule

• Full-time, year-round employment
• Shifts between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
• Rotating weekends and holidays

What You'll Bring to the Team

We're looking for someone who:

• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and a positive attitude
• Enjoys leading and supporting others
• Thrives in a structured correctional environment
• Can follow standardized recipes and food production procedures
• Is able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Takes pride in preparing quality meals and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen

Your Responsibilities

As a Lead Cook, you'll help ensure our kitchen operates efficiently by:

• Supervising and assisting with daily food preparation
• Preparing, cooking, and baking meals according to company standards
• Training and supporting kitchen team members
• Maintaining food safety, sanitation, and quality standards
• Assisting with kitchen clean-up and organization
• Helping deliver consistent meal service every day

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to obtain facility security clearance...