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When business needs fluctuate throughout the year, Michigan Dining will offer work assignments based on availability and selected through the seniority-driven bidding process.  Work assignments may be required in other departments to ensure year-round work schedules for all staff members that want that, seasonal leave requests may be approved on a year by year basis at the unit discretion.

As a Cook I for Michigan Dining you will follow standardized recipes for all meals either in a back-of-house production kitchen or a front-of-house station. Prepare food items ensuring we maintain accurate nutritional standards, great taste, and visual presentation. Communicate daily with culinary and management staff regarding essential issues to appropriate staff members: i.e. production problems, sanitation, quality issues, health and safety issues, and maintenance issues.

• Earn a Living Wage - Positions range from $18-$22 per hour, with annual increases.
• Locations near AATA bus routes, with free bus fare for employees.
• Work-Life Balance - consistent schedules and paid holidays.
• Diverse and Inclusive Environment - work in a culture that values creativity, difference, and inclusivity.
• Culinary Excellence - MDining has received national recognition for culinary achievements.
• Unbeatable Benefits - health, dental, vision, and matched retirement contributions.
• Growth opportunities - continuing education and tuition assistance, culinary certifications

• Proficiency in English and ability to interpret instructions.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends & holidays.
• Prior food production experience as a short-order cook or line cook in a restaurant; knowledge of the methods and equipment used in the preparation and serving of food.
• Maintain a static position for extended periods of time while preparing food.
• Routinely move items weighing up to 50 lbs.

Sunday through Tuesday: 1:30 PM to 10:00 PM 

Wednesday and Thursday: OFF 

Friday and Saturday: 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM 

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Department : M|Dining - South Quad

Hourly Rate: $19.83 - $20.49

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the AFSCME union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.