Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $17.00 - $18.50
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Early Access to Pay
Performance bonus
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Employee Discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development
Job Description
Creative Dining Services is a renowned hospitality and facility management company that partners with various institutions including colleges, universities, Fortune 100 companies, full-service senior living communities, conference centers, and K-12 schools and camps. The company is known for delivering a unique kind of hospitality experience that is fun, innovative, and community-focused, setting itself apart from typical dining service providers. Creative Dining Services emphasizes a professional yet welcoming environment where employees and guests both feel valued and appreciated. The company prides itself on being an Equal Opportunity Employer and is Veteran-Friendly, reflecting its commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
This job opening is for a Grill and Pizza Cook position located within the Jackson National Life Insurance Building in Lansing, Michigan. This role is vital in ensuring that high-quality, nutritious, and appetizing food is served to guests in a timely and professional manner. The Grill and Pizza Cook will be responsible for adhering to established recipes, maintaining food safety and freshness, managing production records, and ensuring proper storage and temperature control of food items. The work schedule is from Monday to Friday, from 6 am to 2:30 pm, with a one to two-hour unpaid break, offering an excellent work-life balance with weekends off, which is appealing for those seeking stable and predictable work hours.
The position offers numerous benefits, including early access to pay, performance bonus opportunities, paid time off and holiday pay, comprehensive health insurance options including dental and vision, and a health savings account with company matching to support employees and their families financially. Additional benefits like medication discount programs, a diabetes management program, company-paid life insurance, retirement plans with employer matching, and an Employee Assistance Program provide holistic support for employees' health, emotional wellbeing, financial security, and legal needs. Creative Dining Services also invests in its staff's professional growth by offering employee discounts, opportunities for professional development, industry certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.
Overall, the Grill and Pizza Cook role at Creative Dining Services is ideal for individuals passionate about food preparation and customer service who want to be part of a company that values employee well-being and community impact. This position is not only about cooking but about contributing to a hospitality experience that is enjoyable and memorable for all guests. The company's culture, benefits, and work schedule make this an attractive opportunity for candidates looking to build a rewarding career in the food service industry with support and recognition.
This job opening is for a Grill and Pizza Cook position located within the Jackson National Life Insurance Building in Lansing, Michigan. This role is vital in ensuring that high-quality, nutritious, and appetizing food is served to guests in a timely and professional manner. The Grill and Pizza Cook will be responsible for adhering to established recipes, maintaining food safety and freshness, managing production records, and ensuring proper storage and temperature control of food items. The work schedule is from Monday to Friday, from 6 am to 2:30 pm, with a one to two-hour unpaid break, offering an excellent work-life balance with weekends off, which is appealing for those seeking stable and predictable work hours.
The position offers numerous benefits, including early access to pay, performance bonus opportunities, paid time off and holiday pay, comprehensive health insurance options including dental and vision, and a health savings account with company matching to support employees and their families financially. Additional benefits like medication discount programs, a diabetes management program, company-paid life insurance, retirement plans with employer matching, and an Employee Assistance Program provide holistic support for employees' health, emotional wellbeing, financial security, and legal needs. Creative Dining Services also invests in its staff's professional growth by offering employee discounts, opportunities for professional development, industry certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.
Overall, the Grill and Pizza Cook role at Creative Dining Services is ideal for individuals passionate about food preparation and customer service who want to be part of a company that values employee well-being and community impact. This position is not only about cooking but about contributing to a hospitality experience that is enjoyable and memorable for all guests. The company's culture, benefits, and work schedule make this an attractive opportunity for candidates looking to build a rewarding career in the food service industry with support and recognition.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in cooking or food preparation preferred
- Ability to follow recipes and food safety standards
- Strong time management skills
- Ability to work Monday through Friday from 6 am to 2:30 pm with a one to two-hour unpaid break
- Must be ready to work in uniform at the scheduled time
- Must be able to stand for extended periods
- Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen
- Good communication skills
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in food preparation or cooking preferred
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- Ability to follow recipes and food production guidelines
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Good communication and teamwork abilities
- Willingness to work the specified schedule from Monday to Friday, 6 am to 2:30 pm
Job Duties
- Time food production such that all food is ready at the time of service
- Prepare food items according to established recipes and menus in a manner in which preserves food freshness, quality and appeal
- Utilize batch cooking techniques to avoid over or under production
- Store food items according to established standards of practice
- Utilize proper labeling and dating
- Hold prepared food items at appropriate temperatures below 40 degrees if cold, above 135 degrees if hot
- Maintain production records including food usage, overages, shortages, and customer counts
- Follow established work rules and regulations
- Be ready for work in the kitchen, in uniform, at the scheduled time
- Put away and pull stock as needed
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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