Cook

Creative Dining Services; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Creative Dining Services at Northwood University in Midland, MI is seeking a full-time Cook to join the campus culinary team. You will prepare menu items from established recipes, employ batch cooking techniques, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years’ culinary experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and ServSafe certification is preferred. Schedule includes variable hours, with tuition assistance benefits and other campus perks.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years culinary experience.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious food items by following established recipes and menus, ensuring freshness and quality.
• Utilize batch cooking techniques to manage production.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized work environment at all times.
• Open and close kitchen operations as needed.
• Support other kitchen staff to ensure essential functions.
• Build strong relationships with students, staff, and campus partners.

Skills

Food preparation

Batch cooking

Sanitation

Teamwork

Customer relations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Cook

Midland, MI, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 6958

Salary Range: $15.50 To $17.50 Hourly

Join the Creative - Northwood University Culinary Team as a Full-Time Cook!

Location: Northwood University, 4000 Whiting Drive, Midland, 48640

Pay:$15.50 - $17.50 per hour

Schedule: Variable Monday – Sunday [30-40 Weekly Hours]

*Schedule includes seasonal scheduling - College semesters; August – December; January – May

Do you love bringing people together with great food?

Creative Dining Services on-site at Northwood University is looking for a passionate, energetic Cook to help fuel our vibrant campus community! If you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, take pride in your craft, and enjoy making a difference in people’s daily lives—this is the role for you.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare delicious food items by following established recipes and menus, ensuring each dish shines in freshness, quality, and visual appeal.
• Utilize batch cooking techniques to avoid over- or underproduction
• Maintain a clean and sanitized work environment at all times.
• If the work shift requires it, properly open and/or close the kitchen – unlocking/locking doors & secured areas, and turning on/turning off of all equipment essential to the operation
• Support other kitchen employees in ensuring that the essential functions of the kitchen are performed adequately and appropriately
• Build strong relationships with students, staff, and campus partners

What We’re Looking For:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 2 years of culinary experience
• ServSafe Certification Preferred

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Up to 75% tuition assistance for employees and dependents at Northwood University
• Quarterly bonus opportunities
• Free campus gym (Available to Spouse) and library access
• Shift meals provided
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program

Ready to get cooking?