Lead Cook & Kitchen Leader — Full-Time with Benefits

Tigg's Canteen Services Inc; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Additional employee benefits

Job summary

Tigg's Canteen Services is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Lead Cook to join our food service team at Vigo County Jail in Terre Haute, Indiana. This role focuses on daily meal production, coordination of kitchen activities, and ensuring recipes and procedures are followed.

The Lead Cook will supervise kitchen staff, prepare and serve meals, monitor food safety, and help maintain an organized, sanitary 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.

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

Reading recipes

Dependability

Communication

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Tigg's Canteen Services is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Lead Cook to join our food service team at Vigo County Jail in Terre Haute, Indiana. This role focuses on daily meal production, coordination of kitchen activities, and ensuring recipes and procedures are followed.

The Lead Cook will supervise kitchen staff, prepare and serve meals, monitor food safety, and help maintain an organized, sanitary work environment.