Weekday Cook at Creative Dining Services

East Lansing, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Oct, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

15 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Production, Recipe Adherence, Batch Cooking, Safe Food Handling, Food Storage, Temperature Control, Sanitization, Inventory Management, Kitchen Operations, Time Management

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Are you looking for a job in Food Service that gives you weekends off and work/life balance? Do you enjoy serving guests in a professional setting where you are valued and appreciated? Then consider a position in Corporate Dining with Creative Dining Services! Creative Dining Services is looking for a Cook at MSUFCU headquarters in East Lansing, Michigan. The Cook works within the Dining Services Department to ensure that high quality, properly seasoned, nutritious food is being provided throughout the operation, in a fiscally responsible and safe manner. Works cooperatively as a valued member of the dining services team, assisting with any aspect of the dining services program necessary. Schedule: M-F, 6:45am to 3:15pm Core Responsibilities: * Time food production such that all food is ready at the time of service * Prepare food items according to established recipes and menus in a manner in which preserves food freshness, quality and appeal * Utilize batch cooking techniques to avoid over or under production * Utilize safe food handling techniques at all times * Store food items according to established standards of practice; utilize proper labeling and dating * Hold prepared food items at appropriate temperatures * Maintain production records and temperature logs * Maintain a clean and sanitized work area * Follow established work rules and regulations; ready for work in the kitchen, in uniform, at the scheduled time * If work shift requires, properly open and/or close the kitchen * Maintain a safe, tidy and well-organized work environment at all times * Communicate needs and concerns regarding food production and kitchen operation to supervisor appropriately, and in a timely manner * Support other kitchen employees in assuring that the essential functions of the kitchen are performed adequately and appropriately * Assist management personnel in ordering and inventory procedures * Removal of refuse as needed * Putting away/Pulling stock as needed The Ideal Candidate Will Have: * Minimum of 2 years cooking experience required * High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required * ServSafe Certification preferred but not required We offer these fantastic benefits: * Early access to pay * Performance bonus opportunities * Paid time off AND holiday pay * Your choice of health insurance, including dental and vision, or a health savings account with a company match up to $1,500 for you and your family * Medication discount programs, diabetes management program, company-paid life insurance * 401(k) or Roth retirement plan with employer match (100% of the first 3% you contribute and 50% of the next 2%) * Employee Assistance Program for you and your family with free health, emotional, financial, and legal support * Employee discounts * Professional development, industry certifications, and tuition reimbursement program About Creative Dining Services Creative Dining Services partners with college, universities, Fortune 100 companies, full-service senior living communities, conference centers and K-12 schools and camps to provide a different kind of hospitality and facility management services experience – one that’s fun, innovative, and focused on your community. Why? Because that’s how it should be. Creative Dining Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran-Friendly!

Responsibilities

The Cook is responsible for preparing high-quality, nutritious food according to established recipes while maintaining strict safety and sanitation standards. Key duties include managing food production timing, maintaining temperature logs, and assisting with inventory and kitchen organization.