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Lead Cook

Creative Dining Services
Sturgis, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/1/2026

Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm No weekends or holidays

Job Description

Creative Dining Services is looking for a Lead Cook at Abbott Nutrition in Sturgis, MI. The lead cook, works within the Dining Services Department to ensure that high quality, properly seasoned, nutritious food is being provided throughout the operation, in a fiscally
responsible and safe manner. Works cooperatively as a valued member of the dining services team, assisting with any aspect of the dining services program necessary.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Time food production such that all food is ready at the time of service
  • Prepare food items according to established recipes and menus in a manner in which preserves food freshness, quality and appeal
  • Utilize batch cooking techniques to avoid over or under production
  • If work shift requires, properly open and/or close the kitchen – unlocking/locking doors & secured areas, and turning on/turning off of all equipment essential to the operation
  • Maintain a safe, tidy and well-organized work environment at all times; clean up spills quickly, wear protective gear as needed (ie: slicer glove), and store wares safely
  • Provide leadership and instruction; Keep management apprised of overall operations;
  • Refer and provide information to higher level manager/supervisor regarding issues or concerns; and perform other duties as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Minimum of 2 years cooking experience
  • High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required
  • ServSafe Certification

We Offer:

  • Competitive pay and bonus opportunities
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with a company match
  • Paid time off
  • And much, much more!

About Creative Dining Services

Creative Dining Services partners with college, universities, Fortune 100 companies, full-service senior living communities, conference centers and K-12 schools and camps to provide a different kind of hospitality
and facility management services experience – one that’s fun, innovative, and focused on your community. Why? Because that’s how it should be.

Creative Dining Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran-Friendly!

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Health Insurance, 401K Plan

Salary : $17 - $19

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