Lead Cook

Tigg's Canteen ServicesFort Wayne, IndianaOn-siteFull-timeSenior, 5–8 yearsListed 2 weeks ago

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About this role

NOW HIRING: FULL-TIME LEAD COOK

DeKalb County Jail | Auburn, Indiana

Are you looking for a rewarding leadership opportunity in the food service industry?

Tigg's Canteen Services is currently hiring a Permanent Full-Time Lead Cook to join our team at the DeKalb County Jail in Auburn, Indiana .

We are looking for someone who is dependable, motivated, and ready to take on a leadership role in a structured work environment. If you have integrity, a positive attitude, strong character, and enjoy working as part of a team, we would love to hear from you!

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PAY & BENEFITS

Starting Pay: $18.00 per hour

Our competitive benefits package includes:

✓ Medical Insurance
✓ Dental Insurance
✓ Vision Insurance
✓ 401K
✓ Paid Time Off
✓ And Much More!

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WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Lead Cook , you will help oversee and support the daily food service operation. Your responsibilities will include:

- Leading and instructing inmate workers in the kitchen

- Assisting with daily meal preparation

- Preparing, baking, and cooking food

- Following company recipes and procedures

- Helping maintain a clean and organized kitchen

- Assisting with kitchen clean-up

- Working successfully within a structured correctional environment

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WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate will have:

- A positive, can-do attitude

- Strong character and integrity

- The ability to work well in a structured environment

- The ability to read and follow company recipes

- The ability to lift up to 50 pounds

- Leadership and teamwork skills

- A willingness to learn and take direction

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JOB REQUIREMENTS

- High school diploma or equivalent

- Ability to work weekends and holidays

- Flexibility to work varying days and hours between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM

- Ability to successfully obtain clearance to enter the facility

Previous food service or kitchen experience is a plus, but it is not required. We are happy to train the right person!

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READY TO APPLY?

Take the next step toward joining the Tigg's Canteen Services team!

Visit www.canteenservices.com , click on "Jobs," and follow the application instructions.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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