Lead Cook

Tigg's Canteen Services Inc; Spring Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Tigg's Canteen Services Inc. at Calhoun County Jail in Battle Creek, MI is hiring a Full-Time Lead Cook to oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure meals are prepared safely and to the facility standards.

The role requires leadership, reliability, and the ability to work in a structured correctional environment; duties include meal prep, following recipes, supervising staff, and maintaining sanitation. Shift is 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM, with rotating weekends and holidays; candidate must be able to

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team supervision abilities.
• Reliable with good attendance and work ethic.
• Ability to read and follow standardized recipes and instructions.
• Clear communication and ability to motivate staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals.
• Follow company recipes and production guidelines.
• Assist with baking and food preparation.
• Help with kitchen cleanup and sanitation.

Skills

Leadership

Dependability

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.

Are you dependable, hardworking, and comfortable taking a leadership role in a kitchen? Do you take pride in preparing quality meals and maintaining a clean, organized work environment?

We want to hear from you!

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

As a Lead Cook, you will help oversee the daily kitchen operation and ensure meals are prepared safely, efficiently, and according to company standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• 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

We're looking for someone who brings a strong work ethic and a positive attitude to the workplace.

You should have:

• 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.

#ZR