Pantry Cook - The Pier

Hotel Investment Services, Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

Hotel Investment Services, Inc. is seeking a Pantry Cook in Michigan to support our kitchen team during the seasonal period. The role focuses on preparing all cold foods, following recipes, and upholding our standards.

You will handle basic culinary tasks, verify event orders, maintain a clean workstation, and ensure food safety, labeling, and proper storage. Strong communication with staff is essential for success.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of working experience.
• Certificate in Culinary Arts preferred; must have, or be able to obtain, food safety certification (ServSafe or equivalent).
• Knowledge of basic culinary terms, knife cuts, and cooking techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation of all cold foods.
• Checks event orders and prep lists every morning
• Maintains a clean workstation throughout the shift.
• Ensures machinery and equipment are kept clean and in good condition.
• Ensures the quality of all food preparation is strictly in compliance with the prescribed specification
• Prepare, season, and cook with appropriate methods for all vegetables, starches, and proteins.
• Keep all food items correctly labeled and stored.
• Follow and enforce safety and hygiene standards.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and management

Skills

Food preparation

Safety standards

Communication

Labeling & storage

Knife cuts

Event orders

Culinary terms

Education

Certificate in Culinary Arts

Job description

Job Type: Seasonal, Hourly, Full Time & Part Time

Job Summary:

The Pantry Cook assists in the preparation of all cold foods in the kitchen. They prepare products according to recipes and standards, ensuring our core values are upheld.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in the preparation of all cold foods.
• Checks event orders and prep lists every morning
• Maintains a clean workstation throughout the shift.
• Ensures machinery and equipment are kept clean and in good condition.
• Ensures the quality of all food preparation is strictly in compliance with the prescribed specification
• Prepare, season, and cook with appropriate methods for all vegetables, starches, and proteins.
• Keep all food items correctly labeled and stored.
• Follow and enforce safety and hygiene standards.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and management

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of working experience
• Certificate in Culinary Arts preferred; must have, or be able to obtain, food safety certification (ServSafe or equivalent)
• Knowledge of basic culinary terms, knife cuts, and cooking techniques.

Physical requirements:

• Must possess the ability to stand for extended periods of time in a high-temperature environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs.