Event Kitchen Helper (Dishwasher) - Flexible Hours

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 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.