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Creative Dining Services at Hope CollegeShifts: 6am - 2:30pm OR 11:30am - 8pm | Both requiring a weekend rotation | FT or PTLove 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 timesKeep your kitchen station clean and organizedAssist with kitchen opening and closing dutiesCommunicate with your team and leadership to keep things running smoothlyPitch in on other kitchen tasks as neededWhat 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 mindsetAbility to lift 25 lbs and stay on your feet for extended periodsBenefits:Free meal + drinks every shiftDaily pay option – get paid when you need itFree access to Hope College fitness centerFree entry to Hope College sports & campus eventsRetail discounts at the campus bookstore + campus marketsAdditional Benefits for Full Time:Health, Dental, Vision, Life insuranceAccrued Paid Time Off, Quarterly Bonuses, 9 Paid Holidays401(k) with matchHope College tuition assistance (you or dependents)On-the-job Culinary Training:Rouxbe (online culinary program used by top restaurants)Hospitality Training Institute of MichiganWhy 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.