Lead Cook

Canteen Services Inc; Spring Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 51,148,000 - 69,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Additional employee benefits

Job summary

Tigg's Canteen Services is hiring a Full-Time Lead Cook at the Calhoun County Jail in Battle Creek, Michigan. The role focuses on preparing, cooking, and serving meals within a structured correctional environment. Starting pay is $21.00 per hour.

The position requires following recipes, supervising kitchen staff, and ensuring food safety and timely meal delivery in a professional setting. Benefits include standard health coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work in a structured correctional environment.
• Ability to read and follow company recipes and instructions.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Dependability and good attendance.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to successfully obtain facility clearance.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking, and serving meals.
• Following company recipes and meal production guidelines.
• Assisting with baking and food preparation.
• Helping with kitchen cleanup and sanitation.
• Providing direction and assistance to kitchen staff.
• Monitoring food quality and proper food handling.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
• Helping ensure meals are completed on time.
• Working as part of a team to keep daily kitchen operations running smoothly.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Dependability

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

NOW HIRING: FULL-TIME LEAD COOK Calhoun County Jail | Battle Creek, MI

Tigg's Canteen Services is hiring a Full-Time Lead Cook to join our team at the Calhoun County Jail in Battle Creek, Michigan.

Pay & Benefits

Starting Wage: $21.00 per hour

Our Benefits Package Includes

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Additional employee benefits and programs

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Preparing, cooking, and serving meals
• Following company recipes and meal production guidelines
• Assisting with baking and food preparation
• Helping with kitchen cleanup and sanitation
• Providing direction and assistance to kitchen staff
• Monitoring food quality and proper food handling
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen
• Helping ensure meals are completed on time
• Working as part of a team to keep daily kitchen operations running smoothly

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work in a structured correctional environment
• Ability to read and follow company recipes and instructions
• Strong communication and leadership abilities
• Dependability and good attendance
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to successfully obtain facility clearance

SCHEDULE

This is a Full-Time position.

Shift Availability

7:30 AM - 7:30 PM

The Successful Candidate Must Be Available To Work

• Rotating weekends
• Holidays
• Flexible shifts based on facility needs

EXPERIENCE

Previous experience in food service, restaurants, institutional kitchens, schools, healthcare, or correctional food service is helpful.

Experience is a plus, but we're willing to train the right candidate!

We're looking for someone who is dependable, willing to learn, and ready to take an active role in the kitchen.

WHY JOIN TIGG'S?

At Tigg's Canteen Services, our team members play an important role in providing quality food service in a professional and structured environment.

If you have integrity, a positive can-do attitude, strong character, and a willingness to work as part of a team, we encourage you to apply.

Salary: $21.00 per hour