Dishwasher - Events, Catering & Hospitality

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Beautiful environment

Team collaboration

Employee discounts

Job summary

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is seeking a Line Cook for Events, Catering & Culinary. You will support concerts, weddings, private events, catering, concessions, and daily dining operations behind the scenes, ensuring high quality service and food safety.

Join a collaborative culinary team, enjoy flexible evenings and weekend scheduling, and contribute to memorable guest experiences at Michigan's premier cultural destination.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Wash, sanitize, and organize dishes, cookware, utensils, and kitchen equipment
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe dishwashing and kitchen areas
• Support cafe, catering, concessions, banquet, and event operations
• Restock clean dishes, glassware, and kitchen supplies throughout service
• Assist with event setup, breakdown, and kitchen support as needed
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and cleaning standards
• Work closely with chefs, cooks, and hospitality staff to keep operations running smoothly
• Receive and verify food, beverage, and supply deliveries for accuracy, and report discrepancies to the designated manager
• Stock and organize products using FIFO practices while maintaining clean and orderly storage spaces
• Help maintain a positive, team-oriented work environment

Skills

18+ years old

Reliable transportation

Fast-paced kitchen

Stand & lift

50 lbs lift

Job description

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Line Cook - Events, Catering & Culinary

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Line Cook - Events, Catering & Culinary

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Pay: Competitive Hourly Pay + Flexible Scheduling (Evenings, Weekends & Events)

Keep One of Michigan's Premier Culinary Teams Running

Looking for more than a typical dishwasher position?

At Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, you'll play an essential role behind the scenes, supporting concerts, weddings, private events, catering, concessions, and daily dining operations.

Our Dishwashers are a critical part of the culinary team, ensuring chefs and service staff have clean equipment, cookware, and service ware needed to create exceptional guest experiences.

If you enjoy staying active, working as part of a team, and being part of exciting events, we'd love to meet you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Work concerts, special events, and seasonal attractions
• Flexible scheduling
• Beautiful indoor and outdoor work environments
• Collaborative and supportive culinary team
• Opportunity to learn and grow within Culinary Arts & Events
• Employee discounts and perks
• Be part of one of Michigan's premier cultural destinations

What You'll Do

• Wash, sanitize, and organize dishes, cookware, utensils, and kitchen equipment
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe dishwashing and kitchen areas
• Support cafe, catering, concessions, banquet, and event operations
• Restock clean dishes, glassware, and kitchen supplies throughout service
• Assist with event setup, breakdown, and kitchen support as needed
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and cleaning standards
• Work closely with chefs, cooks, and hospitality staff to keep operations running smoothly
• Receive and verify food, beverage, and supply deliveries for accuracy, and report discrepancies to the designated manager
• Stock and organize products using First In, First Out (FIFO) practices while maintaining clean and orderly storage spaces
• Help maintain a positive, team-oriented work environment

Required

What We're Looking For

• At least 18 years of age
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance

Preferred

• Previous dishwasher, kitchen utility, restaurant, catering, hospitality, or food service experience
• Experience working in high-volume kitchens or event environments
• Knowledge of commercial dishwashing equipment and food safety practices

Ideal Backgrounds

This position is a great fit for candidates with experience as:

• Dishwasher
• Kitchen Utility Worker
• Kitchen Helper
• Food Service Worker
• Back of House Team Member
• Restaurant Utility Associate
• Catering Support Associate
• Prep Cook Assistant

About Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is one of the nation's leading cultural attractions, bringing together world-renowned art, breathtaking gardens, concerts, educational programming, and exceptional culinary experiences.

Join a team that values creativity, teamwork, and hospitality while helping create memorable experiences for thousands of guests every year.