About this role
Shifts: 6am - 2:30pm OR 11:30am - 8pm | Both requiring a weekend rotation
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
- Free access to Hope College fitness center
- Free entry to Hope College sports & campus events
- Retail discounts at the campus bookstore + campus markets
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.
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