Cook FT

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

And much more

Job summary

Creative Dining Services at Kettering University is seeking a full-time Cook in Flint, MI. You will prepare meals to order, follow established recipes, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen to uphold health and presentation standards.

The role requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays, and entails standing for extended periods while ensuring quality and speed during busy service times. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Right to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Prepare various foods according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Assemble and cook meals to order, ensuring correct ingredients and cooking times are followed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and food preparation areas in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and notify management when supplies need replenishing.
• Collaborate with team members to manage order flow during busy periods and ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Kitchen equipment basics

Food safety knowledge

Flexibility in hours

Stamina for standing

US work authorization

Job description

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Cook FT

Kettering, Flint, MI, US

Salary Range: $15.00 To $17.00 Hourly

About the Role:

Creative Dining Services at Kettering University is seeking a full time Cook. The Cook will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality, delicious food that meets our customers' expectations. You will work closely with the kitchen team to ensure timely order fulfillment and contribute to a positive dining experience. This role requires attention to detail in following recipes and presentation standards to uphold our brand reputation. Ultimately, your efforts will directly impact customer satisfaction and repeat business.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment
• Basic knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Right to work in the US.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Food hygiene certification
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare various foods according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Assemble and cook meals to order, ensuring correct ingredients and cooking times are followed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and food preparation areas in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and notify management when supplies need replenishing.
• Collaborate with team members to manage order flow during busy periods and ensure timely delivery.

We Offer:

• Competitive pay and bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with a company match
• Paid time off
• And much, much more!

About Creative Dining Services

Creative Dining Services partners with college, universities, Fortune 100 companies, full-service senior living communities, conference centers and K-12 schools and camps to provide a different kind of hospitality and facility management services experience - one that’s fun, innovative, and focused on your community. Why? Because that’s how it should be.

Creative Dining Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran-Friendly!

Shifts will vary based on University schedule

Full time 40 hrs/wk