Lead Cook - Structured Jail Kitchen Leadership

Canteen Services Inc; Ionia (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Tigg's Canteen Services in Ionia MI is seeking a permanent full-time Lead Cook for Ionia County Jail. You will lead meal preparation, read and follow recipes, and ensure operations run smoothly in a structured correctional environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, flexibility for weekends and holidays, and shifts between 8:30am and 6:30pm (10-hour shifts). You will be expected to lift up to 50 pounds and have the ability to train and supervise kitchen staff.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well in a structured correctional environment.
• Ability to read and follow company recipes.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to lead, instruct, and assist with meal preparations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, instruct, and assist with meal preparations including food preparation, baking, cooking, and clean-up.
• Read and follow company recipes to ensure consistency and quality.
• Operate in a structured correctional environment with adherence to safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Lead ability

Structured work

Recipe adherence

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Tigg's Canteen Services in Ionia MI is seeking a permanent full-time Lead Cook for Ionia County Jail. You will lead meal preparation, read and follow recipes, and ensure operations run smoothly in a structured correctional environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, flexibility for weekends and holidays, and shifts between 8:30am and 6:30pm (10-hour shifts). You will be expected to lift up to 50 pounds and have the ability to train and supervise kitchen staff.