Line Cook - Full-time

Creative Dining Services; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

Creative Dining Services at The University Of Saint Francis is seeking a skilled Line Cook to join our full-time kitchen team in Fort Wayne, IN. Earn $16.00 to $20.00 hourly with benefits and growth opportunities.

You will prepare high-quality dishes per recipes, manage timing for service, and help maintain food safety and inventory. ServSafe certification and a minimum of 2 years of cooking experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years cooking experience
• ServSafe Certification
• High School diploma or equivalent is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, properly seasoned dishes according to established recipes.
• Time production to have everything ready when service starts.
• Utilize batch cooking to maximize freshness and reduce waste.
• Maintain clean, organized workstation and proper labeling/food safety controls.
• Assist with inventory, ordering, and production records with management.

Skills

Culinary experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Line Cook - Full-time

Full Time Hourly Fort Wayne, IN, US

Salary Range: $16.00 To $20.00 Hourly

Are you a culinary professional who takes pride in every plate? Creative Dining Services at The University Of Saint Francis is looking for a skilled, passionate full-time Cook to join our team. We don’t just serve meals—we create community through great food. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, excel at flavor and presentation, and want to work for a company that truly invests in your growth, we want you in our kitchen.

What You’ll Do (Core Responsibilities):

• Culinary Excellence & Execution
• Master the menu: Prepare high-quality, properly seasoned, and beautifully presented dishes according to established recipes.
• Perfect the timing: Time your food production seamlessly so everything is fresh and ready exactly when service starts.
• Cook smart: Utilize batch cooking techniques to maximize freshness and eliminate food waste.
• Kitchen Safety & Operations
• Own food safety: Practice flawless safe food handling, including proper labeling, dating, and strict temperature controls (under 40°F for cold, over 135°F for hot).
• Keep it spotless: Maintain a clean, sanitized, and highly organized workstation; manage inventory and put away stock efficiently.
• Command the kitchen: Handle opening and closing procedures (locking up, securing equipment) and meticulously maintain food, cooling, and appliance logs.
• Collaborate daily: Partner with management on inventory, ordering, and production records (tracking counts, overages, and shortages).
• Support the line: Jump in to help your teammates, monitor equipment performance, and communicate proactively with supervisors to keep the kitchen running smoothly.

Who You Are (The Ideal Candidate):

• Experienced professional: You bring a minimum of 2 years of cooking experience to the table.
• Safety certified: You hold a valid ServSafe Certification.
• Reliable teammate: You show up on time, in uniform, ready to bring your best energy to the line. (High School diploma or equivalent is a plus, but not required).

What’s In It For You (We Offer):

• Competitive pay + bonus opportunities
• Full health benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Future security: 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
• Work-life balance: Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Great culture: A fun, innovative, and stable work environment with room to grow

About Creative Dining Services

We partner with colleges, universities, Fortune 100 companies, full-service senior living communities, conference centers, and K-12 schools to provide a different kind of hospitality. Our experience is fun, innovative, and deeply focused on community. Why? Because that's how hospitality should be.

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