Line Cook: Fast-Paced, Flavor-Driven Kitchen

Michigan State University; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State University is seeking a Cook I for its Culinary Services team in East Lansing. You will prepare, season, cook, and portion a wide variety of foods to high quality standards. You will follow recipes and maintain proper temperatures and portion sizes to control waste and costs.

Responsibilities include washing, chopping, measuring ingredients and using grills, ovens, and fryers. The role requires flexible shifts and adherence to health codes, sanitation, and safety protocols on a

Qualifications

• Proficient in following prescribed recipes.
• Working knowledge of cooking methods, processes, and materials.
• Two years of satisfactory experience as a Food Service Worker or equivalent.
• Willingness to work a flexible shift.
• Hygiene standards per sanitation rules.
• Occasional lifting of 26 to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping, and measuring for daily service.
• Cook and portion dishes using grills, ovens, and fryers.
• Season to achieve consistent flavor and high quality.
• Maintain safety, sanitation, and temperature control.

Skills

Cooking methods

Recipe following

Food safety

Flexibility

Job description

Michigan State University is seeking a Cook I for its Culinary Services team in East Lansing. You will prepare, season, cook, and portion a wide variety of foods to high quality standards. You will follow recipes and maintain proper temperatures and portion sizes to control waste and costs.

Responsibilities include washing, chopping, measuring ingredients and using grills, ovens, and fryers. The role requires flexible shifts and adherence to health codes, sanitation, and safety protocols on a