Cook/Grill Cook - Full-Time

Creative Dining Services is a distinguished hospitality and dining service provider known for partnering with a diverse range of establishments including colleges, universities, Fortune 100 companies, senior living communities, conference centers, K-12 schools, and camps. Their unique service approach blends fun, innovation, and community focus to deliver an exceptional hospitality experience. The company emphasizes not just food service but creating an atmosphere where quality, safety, and fiscal responsibility merge to meet the needs of all their partners. As a reputable firm in the hospitality sector, Creative Dining Services strongly values its commitment to equal opportunity employment and veteran-inclusive hiring practices, making it a respectful and inclusive employer within its industry.

The role of Cook/Grill Cook at Indiana University Southeast located in New Albany, IN represents an integral position within Creative Dining Services' Dining Services Department. This full-time role demands a dedicated culinary professional who ensures high-quality, nutritious, and properly seasoned food is served throughout the dining operation. Working within a dynamic team environment, the Cook/Grill Cook is expected to prepare and time food production appropriately so that meals are ready during service hours without compromising food freshness, quality, or presentation. The position requires adherence to established recipes and culinary standards while utilizing batch cooking methods efficiently to avoid both overproduction and shortages. Food safety is paramount, obliging the cook to employ safe handling techniques continually, maintain impeccable cleanliness, and organized kitchen workspaces, and handle kitchen tools and equipment carefully with the use of protective gear when necessary.

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of cooking experience, with a preference, but not a requirement, for a high school diploma or equivalent. Certification through ServSafe is essential to demonstrate expertise in safe food practices. The job encourages teamwork, communication with supervisors about kitchen and production concerns, and maintaining a safe work environment. Creative Dining Services offers competitive pay and bonus opportunities, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, and additional employee benefits. This role is perfect for culinary professionals seeking a stable, rewarding full-time position within a leading hospitality company that values community and innovation in dining service.