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First Cook

Lansing, MI, US💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-29

Core

Assist the Sous Chef in preparing food, cooking menu items, and maintaining kitchen sanitation and inventory for live events.

Role type

First Cook (Line Cook)

Builds

Food for various functions and events

Domain

Hospitality / Food Service

Required skills

knife skills, cooking methods, food safety compliance, inventory management, temperature monitoring, teamwork

Preferred skills

banquet cook experience, prep cook experience, high school diploma or GED

Technologies

kitchen equipment, advanced cooking equipment

Responsibilities

Prepare food (chopping, butchering, sauces), cook menu items, clean and sanitize kitchen, stock inventory, document food temperatures, inspect and taste prepared foods, ensure timely food service

Seniority

Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC

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