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Lead Cook

Canteen Services
Fort Wayne, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 9/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/17/2026

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!


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!


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

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

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!


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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Salary : $18

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