Lead Cook

Canteen Services Inc; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

PTO

Job summary

Vigo County Jail in Terre Haute, IN, is seeking a Lead Cook to supervise meal production and kitchen operations within a correctional setting.

The role involves coordinating food preparation, ensuring recipes are followed, and maintaining safety and sanitation standards. Requires weekend/holiday availability and shifts from 6:00 AM to 7:30 PM with facility clearance possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work effectively in a structured correctional facility setting.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow recipes and instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Dependability and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Leading, directing, and assisting inmates within the kitchen.
• Prepare, cook, and serve meals according to company standards.
• Follow approved recipes and production schedules.
• Assist with baking, food preparation, and kitchen cleanup.
• Provide guidance and direction to kitchen staff when needed.
• Monitor food quality, safety, and sanitation practices.
• Help maintain an organized and efficient work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Vigo County Jail/ Terre Haute Indiana

Full-Time Lead Cook

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting pay of $20.00 per hour
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Additional employee benefits and programs

Position Summary

The Lead Cook plays an important role in daily meal production and kitchen operations. This individual will help coordinate food preparation activities, ensure recipes and procedures are followed, and assist in maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading, directing, and assisting inmates within the kitchen
• Prepare, cook, and serve meals according to company standards
• Follow approved recipes and production schedules
• Assist with baking, food preparation, and kitchen cleanup
• Provide guidance and direction to kitchen staff when needed
• Monitor food quality, safety, and sanitation practices
• Help maintain an organized and efficient work environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work effectively in a structured correctional facility setting
• Ability to read, understand, and follow recipes and instructions
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Dependability and attention to detail

Scheduling Requirements

• Availability to work weekends and holidays
• Flexibility to work shifts between 6:00 AM and 7:30 PM
• Ability to successfully obtain facility clearance

Salary: $20.00 per hour