COOK I

Michigan Dining is a leading food service provider affiliated with the University of Michigan, known for its commitment to culinary excellence, employee well-being, and community engagement. As a respected employer in the Ann Arbor area, Michigan Dining offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth and personal development. The organization prides itself on quality food production, customer satisfaction, and maintaining high nutritional standards while fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace culture. Michigan Dining has received national recognition for its culinary achievements, making it an attractive place for those passionate about food service and hospitality.

The position of Cook I at Michigan Dining is a full-time, regular, on-site role based at the Ann Arbor Campus. This role involves preparing food items in accordance with standardized recipes to ensure consistent taste, nutritional value, and appealing presentation. The Cook I will work primarily in either back-of-house production kitchens or front-of-house stations. Employees in this role are expected to collaborate effectively with culinary and management teams daily, communicating vital information pertaining to production challenges, sanitation, quality control, health and safety, and maintenance. Work assignments and schedules are designed to be flexible, accommodating seasonal fluctuations and the unique needs of department operations through a seniority-driven bidding process.

This role offers a competitive living wage ranging from $20.42 to $21.62 per hour, which translates to an annual salary between $42,473.60 and $44,969.60, with annual increases. Employees benefit from consistent scheduling Monday through Thursday with Fridays completing the workweek, allowing weekends off for a balanced lifestyle. The work schedule typically runs from early afternoon until late evening, creating opportunities for a work-life balance that supports paid holidays and consistent shifts.

Michigan Dining provides comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as matched retirement contributions that support employee financial security. Additional benefits include free bus fare with access to routes near the workplace and growth opportunities such as continuing education, tuition assistance, and culinary certifications to enhance professional skills. The position is unionized under the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement, ensuring fair wages, benefits, and working conditions. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States, and visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Overall, the Cook I role at Michigan Dining offers a rewarding opportunity for food service professionals to join a well-established institution that values quality, consistency, and employee welfare. This position is ideal for individuals who possess prior food production experience, are capable of working flexible schedules including weekends and holidays, and who take pride in culinary craftsmanship and team collaboration. Michigan Dining is committed to providing a safe, inclusive work environment that champions equal employment opportunity and invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.