Lead Cook

Canteen Services•Terre Haute, IN
•Onsite

About The Position

Tigg's Canteen Services is hiring a permanent, full-time Lead Cook at Vigo County Jail in Terre Haute, Indiana. The Lead Cook works in a structured correctional environment and leads, instructs, and assists with meal preparation, including food preparation, baking, cooking, and cleanup. The role requires following company recipes and receiving clearance to enter the facility. Work shifts vary, with hours scheduled between 6:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.; weekend and holiday work is required on a rotating basis. Starting pay is $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 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.
  • Flexibility to work varying shifts and hours between 6:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
  • Flexibility to work weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
  • Clearance approval to enter the facility.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous food service or kitchen experience; training may be provided to the right candidate.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, instruct, and assist with meal preparation, including food preparation, baking, cooking, and cleanup.
  • Read and follow company recipes.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off
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