Cook

Posting DetailsPosition InformationJob DescriptionRHS Job Title Cook Job Description$16.00 per hour!Part-time position 20-25 hours per weekJob Duties IncludePrepares and cooks food items such as assorted vegetables, rice potatoes, grains, and legumes for Kellogg Center banquet functions.Plates assorted vegetables and starches on individual serving dishes for banquet functions.Prepares daily food selections for the employee break room such as chili, casseroles, assorted vegetables, starches, and general entrees.Obtains necessary ingredients for preparation of assigned food items and replenishes food supplies to meet requirements.Oversees and assists in the maintenance of proper food handling techniques to ensure efficiency of operations and to eliminate waste and spoilage.Taste tests food items.Responsible for cleaning and routine maintenance of food preparation equipment such as counter surfaces, steamers, slicers, robot coupe, walk-in coolers, range tops, ovens, and general work area.Assists production cooks with the preparation of various food items, as needed.Assists in training and instructing support employees in food preparation and serving techniques.Related DutiesPrepares basic food ingredients for cooking by performing such duties as chopping, cutting, slicing, grinding, and blending.Assists cooks by combining food ingredients as directed.Sets-up serving lines.Finishes food items for serving by garnishing and transferring items to individual serving dishes.If you need assistance applying, please reach out to Lisa Hoes: counsell@msu.edu.Required QualificationsWorking knowledge of quantity food preparation and serving techniques.One year satisfactory cooking experience in a large volume food service operation or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.Willingness to work a flexible shift.Standards of personal hygiene consistent with sanitation rules and regulations.Occasional lifting of 26 to 75 pounds is required.Must be able to work Minimum of 12 hours usually scheduled to work 15-25 hours per week on averagePreferred QualificationsMay require a valid operator, chauffeur, or commercial driver’s license(s) with applicable endorsements and medical certificate in order to comply with State of Michigan requirements.This position requires, or will require prior to the completion of the probationary period: knowledge of basic personal computer terminology and operations, and the ability to use e-mail and the Internet.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.Physical DemandsOccasional lifting of 26 to 75 pounds is required.Work HoursVariable to include evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business demandsAbility to work afternoons and evenings preferred 2pm – 10pmMust be able to work Minimum of 12 hoursusually scheduled to work 15-25 hours per week on averageWork Location Kellogg Center (Loc)Posting Detail InformationPosting Number 20161977P Open Date 04/24/2026 Close Date 05/31/2026 Open Until Filled No Special InstructionsN/ASupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* Are you currently a MSU student?YesNo* Do you have previous cooking or food prep experience?YesNo* Are you available to work weekends, evenings, and break periods?YesNoDocuments Needed To ApplyRequired DocumentsResumeOptional DocumentsCover Letter