Cook

Shifts: 6am - 2:30pm OR 11:30am - 8pm | Both requiring a weekend rotation | FT or PT

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.