Lead Cook: Guide a Team in a Structured Kitchen

Tigg's Canteen Services; Traverse City (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

And more!

Job summary

The Lead Cook is a Full-Time Permanent role with Tigg's Canteen Services serving Grand Traverse County Jail in Traverse City, Michigan. The position centers on preparing meals, leading inmates, and ensuring safety, quality, and on-time service in a structured kitchen.

The ideal candidate is dependable, professional, and capable of maintaining organization in a correctional environment while following established procedures and recipes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays.
• Flexibility to work varying days and hours.
• Kitchen or food service experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Leading, directing, and assisting inmates within the kitchen.
• Preparing, baking, and cooking meals.
• Following company recipes and established procedures.
• Helping ensure meals are prepared correctly and on time.
• Maintaining kitchen organization and cleanliness.
• Assisting with sanitation and kitchen clean-up.
• Working effectively as part of a team.
• Maintaining a professional attitude in a structured correctional environment.

Skills

Leadership

Food preparation

Cooking

Teamwork

Read recipes

Safety & sanitation

Lifts 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Lead Cook is a Full-Time Permanent role with Tigg's Canteen Services serving Grand Traverse County Jail in Traverse City, Michigan. The position centers on preparing meals, leading inmates, and ensuring safety, quality, and on-time service in a structured kitchen.

The ideal candidate is dependable, professional, and capable of maintaining organization in a correctional environment while following established procedures and recipes.