Support Cook

MSU Residential and Hospitality Services; Center (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

MSU Residential and Hospitality Services is seeking a Support Cook to assist the banquet/event crew for Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center and for offsite catering events. The role involves preparing ingredients for line cooks and handling a range of prep duties in a busy venue.

The position requires one year of large-volume cooking experience, a willingness to work flexible hours, and strict adherence to food-safety and sanitation standards. Physical lifting may be required.

Qualifications

• One year satisfactory cooking experience in a large volume food service operation.
• Willingness to work a flexible shift.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and procedures to prevent contamination.
• Standards of personal hygiene consistent with sanitation rules.

Responsibilities

• Chops and peels vegetables, fruits, and meats as necessary.
• Prepare sauces, marinades, and dressings.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas and equipment, including knives and cutting boards.
• Ensure that all ingredients are properly stored to maintain freshness and quality.
• Assist line cooks and other kitchen staff as needed.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

High-volume cooking

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Description

RHS Job Title Support Cook Job Description

Support cooks are responsible for preparing ingredients for the line cooks.

This position works on the Banquet/Event crew preparing meals for our conference and catering operations for the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center and prepares for offsite catering events.

$19.46/hr

This position is a 9-month position 40 hours a week with possibility of renewal depending on operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

Assists in preparing ingredients for the dishes to be served

• Chops and peels vegetables, fruits, and meats as necessary
• Measures and weighs ingredients to ensure accuracy in recipes
• Prepare sauces, marinades, and dressings
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas and equipment, including knives and cutting boards
• Ensure that all ingredients are properly stored to maintain freshness and quality

Required Qualifications

• Assists line cooks and other kitchen staff as needed
• Follows food safety regulations and procedures to prevent contamination and foodborne illnesses
• Works in a fast-paced environment, often under pressure to meet deadlines

Working knowledge of quantity food preparation and serving techniques.

One year satisfactory cooking experience in a large volume food service operation or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.

Willingness to work a flexible shift.

Standards of personal hygiene consistent with sanitation rules and regulations.

Occasional lifting of 26 to 75 pounds is required.

Preferred Qualifications

May require a valid operator, chauffeur, or commercial driver’s license(s) with applicable endorsements and medical certificate in order to comply with State of Michigan requirements.

This position requires, or will require prior to the completion of the probationary period: knowledge of basic personal computer terminology and operations, and the ability to use e-mail and the Internet.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Physical Demands

Occasional lifting of 26 to 75 pounds is required.

Work Hours

Variable to include evenings, weekends and holidays based on business demands. 40 hours a week.

Work Location

Kellogg Center (Loc)

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 20162042P Open Date 08/21/2026 Close Date 09/04/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Are you currently enrolled as a student at Michigan State University (during the academic year)?
  Yes
  No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter