Cook
About The Position
Love cooking but tired of restaurant chaos? Join the team at Creative Dining Services at Hope College — where you'll cook fresh, sustainable meals for over 3,000 students in a fun, fast-paced, and supportive kitchen. Enjoy a better work-life balance, free meals, and access to campus perks — all while being part of a mission-driven food service team. What You’ll Do: Prepare meals following standardized recipes (batch cooking) Ensure food safety and proper storage at all times Keep your kitchen station clean and organized Assist with kitchen opening and closing duties Communicate with your team and leadership to keep things running smoothly Pitch in on other kitchen tasks as needed What You Bring: 2+ years of kitchen/cooking experience (preferred) ServSafe Certification (or willingness to get one — we’ll pay for it!) Positive, can-do attitude and team mindset Ability to lift 25 lbs and stay on your feet for extended periods Benefits: Free meal + drinks every shift Daily pay option – get paid when you need it 24 hours holiday pay after just 60 days Free access toHope College fitness center Free entry to Hope College sports & campus events Retail discounts at the campus bookstore + local businesses Additional Benefits for Full time: Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance Accrued Paid Time Off, Quarterly Bonuses, 9 Paid Holidays 401(k) with match Hope College tuition assistance (you or dependents) On-the-job culinary training: Rouxbe (online culinary program used by top restaurants) Hospitality Training Institute of Michigan Why Work With Us? At Creative Dining, you're not just another kitchen worker — you're part of a team that cares about food, sustainability, and people. We create a positive, growth-oriented work environment where you can develop your skills and enjoy coming to work. Ready to join our campus culinary crew? Apply now – we’re excited to meet you! Creative Dining Services is an Equal Opportunity and Veteran-Friendly Employer. 6am - 2:30pm w/ rotating weekends
Requirements
- 2+ years of kitchen/cooking experience (preferred)
- ServSafe Certification (or willingness to get one — we’ll pay for it!)
- Positive, can-do attitude and team mindset
- Ability to lift 25 lbs and stay on your feet for extended periods
Responsibilities
- Prepare meals following standardized recipes (batch cooking)
- Ensure food safety and proper storage at all times
- Keep your kitchen station clean and organized
- Assist with kitchen opening and closing duties
- Communicate with your team and leadership to keep things running smoothly
- Pitch in on other kitchen tasks as needed
Benefits
- Free meal + drinks every shift
- Daily pay option – get paid when you need it
- 24 hours holiday pay after just 60 days
- Free access toHope College fitness center
- Free entry to Hope College sports & campus events
- Retail discounts at the campus bookstore + local businesses
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance
- Accrued Paid Time Off, Quarterly Bonuses, 9 Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with match
- Hope College tuition assistance (you or dependents)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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