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Culinarian - Full Time

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Grand Rapids, MI, USA

Posted on Apr 4, 2026
Position: Culinarian - Full Time
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Job Id: 787
# of Openings: 1
Job: Culinarian
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Schedule: Full-Time | Varying availability for mornings, evenings, weekends & events
Create Exceptional Culinary Experiences
At Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, food is an important part of the guest experience. From weddings and concerts to private events and seasonal dining, our culinary team delivers high-quality food that complements the beauty and creativity of our environment. We are seeking a Culinarian who takes pride in preparing exceptional food, maintaining strong kitchen standards, and supporting a collaborative culinary team. This role helps bring our menus to life through thoughtful preparation, consistency, and attention to detail.
Why This Role Matters
The Culinarian ensures every guest receives food that reflects our commitment to quality and hospitality. Through precise preparation, safe food handling, and teamwork with front-of-house and back-of-house staff, this role helps create memorable dining experiences across our campus.
Whether supporting concessions, catering events, or kitchen production, the Culinarian helps ensure service runs smoothly and every plate meets our standards.
What You’ll Do
Prepare and Present High-Quality Food
  • Prepare, cook, assemble, and plate menu items according to established recipes and standards
  • Maintain consistency in food quality, temperature, portioning, and presentation
  • Ensure orders are prepared accurately and delivered efficiently during service
Support Culinary Operations
  • Set up, maintain, and break down kitchen workstations for concessions, catering, or line service
  • Assist with food production for daily operations, special events, and catering functions
  • Restock ingredients and supplies to keep service running smoothly
Maintain Safety and Sanitation Standards
  • Follow food safety, sanitation, and HACCP guidelines at all times
  • Ensure proper labeling, storage, and handling of food products
  • Maintain clean, organized kitchen workspaces before, during, and after service
Collaborate Across the Culinary Team
  • Communicate clearly with front-of-house and kitchen team members during service
  • Assist with concessions or catering operations during busy periods
  • Support dishwashing or ware washing responsibilities when needed to maintain workflow
Adapt to Event and Campus Operations
  • Work across multiple kitchen environments including prep kitchens, concessions, and catering areas
  • Support indoor and outdoor events as needed
  • Assist with event setup, food preparation, and service execution
What You Bring
  • 1+ year of culinary, food preparation, concessions, catering, or food service experience required
  • 2+ years of culinary or hospitality experience preferred
  • Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen safety practices
  • Ability to maintain quality and organization in fast-paced kitchen environments
  • ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain within required timeframe) preferred
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 20–50 lbs
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
What Makes This Opportunity Unique
  • Work in a nationally recognized cultural destination
  • Contribute to dining experiences for weddings, concerts, exhibitions, and special events
  • Join a collaborative culinary team focused on quality and hospitality
  • Flexible scheduling aligned with event seasons
  • Competitive hourly pay and employee perks
Our Values
We seek team members who embody:
Welcoming. Excellence. Innovation. Integrity. Stewardship.
If you enjoy preparing high-quality food and contributing to memorable guest experiences in a dynamic culinary environment, we would love to meet you.
As part of our onboarding process, all new hires are required to complete our background check.
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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