COOK I

University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI • 1d ago

COOK I

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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.

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.

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

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 (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

Work Schedule

Sunday - Thursday 1:15pm - 9:45pm

Friday- Saturday OFF

Additional Information

Department : M|Dining - Mosher Jordan

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 Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

279580

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

7/06/2026 - 7/11/2026

Salary

$42,473.60 - $44,969.60

Career Interest

Hospitality

Service/Maintenance (AFSCME Union)

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