Lead Cook

Canteen Services Inc; Suttons Bay (MI); On-site; USD 23,419 - 33,062; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Stable, year-round employment

Training and opportunities for advance

Job summary

Leelanau County Jail in Suttons Bay, Michigan is seeking a Part-Time Lead Cook to oversee daily meal preparation and kitchen operations in a correctional facility. The ideal candidate will have prior food service experience and the ability to lead a small team while adhering to strict safety and recipe standards.

Compensation starts at $20.00 per hour with benefits such as a 401(k), paid time off, and opportunities for training and advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and follow standardized recipes.
• Able to pass facility clearance.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily meal preparation and kitchen operations.
• Assist with cooking, baking, food preparation, and dishwashing.
• Ensure meals are prepared according to recipes and food safety standards.
• Help train and support other kitchen team members.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen.
• Work in a secure, professional correctional facility.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Leelanau County Jail | Suttons Bay, Michigan

Looking for More Than Just Another Kitchen Job?

Lead Cook (Part-Time)

Leelanau County Jail | Suttons Bay, Michigan

Looking for More Than Just Another Kitchen Job?

If you're an experienced food service professional who enjoys leading a team, takes pride in preparing quality meals, and is looking for a stable career with a company that values integrity and teamwork, we'd like to meet you.

Tigg's Canteen Services is currently hiring a Part-Time Lead Cook to join our team at the Leelanau County Jail in Suttons Bay, Michigan.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Starting pay of $20.00 per hour
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Stable, year-round employment
• Supportive team environment
• Training and opportunities for advancement

In This Role You Will

• Lead daily meal preparation and kitchen operations
• Assist with cooking, baking, food preparation, and dishwashing
• Ensure meals are prepared according to company recipes and food safety standards
• Help train and support other kitchen team members
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen
• Work in a secure, professional correctional facility

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Leads by example and has a positive attitude
• Enjoys working as part of a team
• Is dependable and organized
• Can lift up to 50 pounds
• Can read and follow standardized recipes
• Is comfortable working in a structured environment
• Has a high school diploma or equivalent
• Can pass the required facility clearance

Schedule

• Permanent Part-Time
• Day shifts between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM
• Rotating weekends and holidays required
• Flexible availability is appreciated

Experience

Food service, restaurant, institutional, healthcare, school, or correctional kitchen experience is preferred-but if you're dependable and eager to learn, we'll provide the training you need to succeed.

Join a Company That Makes a Difference Every Day

At Tigg's Canteen Services, we're proud to provide quality food service to correctional facilities throughout Michigan. We believe in teamwork, respect, and creating opportunities for employees to build lasting careers.

Salary: $20.00 per hour