COOK I

COOK I Apply Now Job Summary 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. What You'll Do 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. Why Work at Michigan? + Earn a Living Wage - Positions range from $19-$23 per hour, with annual increases. + Locations near AATA bus routes, with free bus fare for employees. + Work-Life Balance - consistent schedules and paid holidays. + 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 Required Qualifications + 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. Work Schedule Michigan Dining is hiring for multiple openings across the Residential department. Schedules vary based upon location, with opening, mid-shift, and closing hours available. Per the CBA, schedules will consist of five consecutive 8 hour shifts, with 2 consecutive days off. Modes of Work 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 thework modes (. Additional Information Department : MDining - CCRD Hourly Rate: $20.42 - $21.62 Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment and applicants for this position will not be sponsored for work visas. Union Affiliation 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. U-M EEO Statement The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer. Job Detail Job Opening ID 273815 Working Title COOK I Job Title COOK I Work Location Ann Arbor Campus Ann Arbor, MI Modes of Work Onsite Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular FLSA Status Nonexempt Organizational Group Dsa Housing Services Department MI Dining - Administration Posting Begin/End Date 2/16/2026 - 3/23/2026 Salary $42,473.60 - $44,969.60 Career Interest Hospitality Service/Maintenance (AFSCME Union) Apply Now

Created: 2026-03-07