Line Cook (Part Time) - Events, Catering & Culinary

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park Line Cook - Events, Catering & Culinary

Location: Grand Rapids, MI Pay: Competitive Hourly Pay + Flexible Scheduling (Evenings, Weekends & Events)

Cook in One of Michigan's Most Unique Culinary Environments Looking for more than a traditional restaurant kitchen? At Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, you'll prepare exceptional food for concerts, weddings, private events, catering, concessions, and one of West Michigan's premier cultural destinations.

We're looking for passionate culinary professionals who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, take pride in quality food, and want to be part of a collaborative team that creates memorable guest experiences.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Work concerts, private events, weddings, and seasonal attractions

Variety of culinary experiences including catering, concessions, cafe, and event dining

Beautiful indoor and outdoor work environments

Collaborative culinary team

Opportunities to learn and grow your culinary career

Employee discounts and perks

Work for one of Michigan's premier cultural attractions

What You'll Do

Prepare, cook, and plate menu items according to recipes and quality standards

Support cafe, catering, concessions, banquet, and event operations

Maintain food quality, presentation, and portion consistency

Ensure food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards are met

Assist with food preparation, station setup, and service execution

Restock workstations and maintain inventory throughout service

Communicate effectively with front-of-house and culinary team members

Support special events, concerts, weddings, and seasonal programming

Help create exceptional dining experiences for every guest

What We're Looking For Required

Minimum 1 year of cooking, food preparation, catering, restaurant, or hospitality experience

Passion for food quality and guest satisfaction

Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment

Reliable transportation

Must be at least 18 years old

Preferred

2+ years of culinary or line cook experience

Catering, banquet, or event cooking experience

ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain)

Experience working in high-volume kitchens

Ideal Backgrounds

This position is a great fit for candidates with experience as:

Line Cook

Prep Cook

Grill Cook

Banquet Cook

Catering Cook

Restaurant Cook

Kitchen Team Member

Culinary Assistant

About Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is one of the nation's leading cultural attractions, bringing together world-renowned art, breathtaking gardens, concerts, educational programming, and exceptional culinary experiences. Join a team that values creativity, teamwork, and hospitality while helping create memorable experiences for thousands of guests every year.

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park