Lead Cook

Lead Cook - Full-Time

Berrien County Jail | St. Joseph, Michigan

Looking for a Leadership Opportunity in Food Service?

Are you dependable, positive, and ready to lead in a structured work environment? Do you take pride in your work and bring a strong can-do attitude to your team?

Tigg's Canteen Services is hiring a Permanent Full-Time Lead Cook to join our team at the Berrien County Jail in St. Joseph, Michigan.

What We Offer

• Annual salary ranging from $39,000 to $42,000
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• And much more!

What You'll Do

As a Lead Cook, you will help lead and assist with daily meal preparation and kitchen operations. Responsibilities include:

• Leading, instructing, and assisting with meal preparation
• Preparing, baking, and cooking food
• Reading and following company recipes
• Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen
• Assisting with kitchen clean-up
• Working effectively in a structured correctional environment

Qualifications

• Ability to work well in a structured correctional environment
• Ability to read and follow company recipes
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to lead and assist others with daily kitchen responsibilities

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Flexibility to work rotating weekends and holidays
• Flexibility to work varying shifts between 8:30 a.m. and 6:15 p.m.
• Ability to obtain clearance approval for entry into the facility

Previous food service or kitchen experience is a plus, but we're willing to train the right person!

Ready to Join Our Team?

Visit www.canteenservices.com to learn more about Tigg's Canteen Services. Click "Jobs" and follow the link and instructions to apply.

Apply today and take the next step in your food service leadership career!

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