Support Cook - Kellogg Center

Kellogg Center; Albion Township (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Kellogg Center is seeking Support Cooks to prepare ingredients for line cooks on the Banquet/Event crew, handling meals for conferences and catering. The role includes offsite catering prep and a starting wage of $19.46 per hour.

The position runs 40 hours weekly and ends in nine months, with renewal possible based on need. Some lifting and flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, are expected.

Qualifications

• One year cooking experience in a large-volume operation.
• Willingness to work a flexible shift.
• Personal hygiene standards per sanitation rules and regulations.
• Occasional lifting of 26 to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing ingredients for dishes to be served.
• Chop and peel vegetables, fruits, and meats as necessary.
• Measure and weigh ingredients to ensure accuracy in recipes.
• Prepare sauces, marinades, and dressings.
• Clean and sanitize 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.
• Follow food safety regulations and procedures to prevent contamination and foodborne illnesses.
• Work in a fast-paced environment, often under pressure to meet deadlines.

Skills

Food prep

Teamwork

Adaptability

Flexible shifts

Tools

Basic PC skills

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 starting wage

This position is scheduled 40 hours a week. The contract ends in 9 months, with the 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

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

Required Qualifications

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

Work Location Kellogg Center (Loc)

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