COOK I

Michigan Dining, part of the University of Michigan's comprehensive dining services, operates with a commitment to culinary excellence and exceptional service. As a leading provider of food services on the Ann Arbor campus, Michigan Dining serves thousands of students, faculty, and staff daily across multiple dining halls and eateries. Renowned nationally for its culinary achievements, Michigan Dining offers diverse menus catering to various dietary needs and preferences, emphasizing fresh, nutritious, and visually appealing meals. This dynamic environment fosters innovation, teamwork, and professional development opportunities for its employees.

The role of Cook I at Michigan Dining is a full-time, onsite position based at the South Quad Dining Hall on the University of Michigan's Ann Arbor campus. This position operates under the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Michigan and the AFSCME union and offers an hourly wage range between $19 and $23, with an annual salary range approximately between $42,473.60 and $44,969.60. Employees benefit from various perks including free bus fare via AATA bus routes, consistent and balanced work schedules, paid holidays, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth such as tuition assistance and culinary certifications.

As a Cook I, you will be a crucial part of Michigan Dining's culinary team, prepared to adapt to fluctuating business needs through a seniority-driven bidding system that allocates work assignments seasonally and departmental flexibility to ensure year-round employment. Your main responsibility involves preparing food items following standardized recipes, ensuring quality and safety standards are met consistently. You will work in back-of-house production kitchens or front-of-house stations, creating meals that maintain nutritional accuracy, great taste, and attractive presentation. Communication with culinary and management staff is vital to address production challenges, sanitation, quality, health and safety, and maintenance issues efficiently.

The position demands flexibility with scheduling, including potential weekend and holiday shifts, although the regular work schedule is Monday through Thursday afternoon to evening hours, with Fridays slightly shorter and weekends off. Essential physical requirements include the ability to maintain a static position for long durations and routinely lift items weighing up to 50 pounds. Fluency in English and the ability to interpret instructions carefully are important to succeed in this fast-paced environment.

Working at Michigan Dining means joining a team that values work-life balance, professional growth, and a supportive employee culture. The department encourages continuing education and offers tuition assistance to help employees advance their culinary careers. This role not only offers competitive wages and benefits but also a chance to contribute to a nationally recognized food service organization dedicated to quality and innovation in dining. If you are passionate about food preparation, enjoy working in a team-oriented environment, and want to be part of a respected institution, the Cook I position at Michigan Dining could be an excellent opportunity for you.