Cook

Farmington Hills, MI, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Pet insurance

Job Description

Corewell Health is a nationally recognized health system dedicated to improving health, instilling humanity, and inspiring hope in the communities it serves. As one of the largest healthcare providers, Corewell Health is committed to delivering personalized health care with a focus on collaboration, innovation, and leadership. The organization cultivates a supportive environment focused on the growth and development of its team members. Corewell Health's extensive network includes hospitals, clinics, and specialized care facilities, all working in unison to provide comprehensive services to patients and their families. The system is dedicated to advancing medical excellence while maintaining a deep commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion within its workforce and the communities served. Employees at Corewell Health benefit from a culture that encourages bringing one's whole self to work, fostering empowerment and cultural intelligence through ongoing training and resource groups. The organization also prioritizes safety, requiring compliance with vaccine mandates and maintaining a drug-free workplace for the well-being of all team members and patients.

Corewell Health is currently hiring a part-time Cook to join the Nutrition Department at the Farmington Hills Hospital location. This vital role contributes to the health and satisfaction of patients, guests, and team members by preparing delicious and nutritious meals. The Cook will be responsible for the preparation and execution of a variety of dishes in multiple settings including restaurants, room service, and grab & go markets within the health system. This position offers an opportunity to showcase culinary skills through hot food preparation methods such as frying, baking, broiling, braising, and grilling, while also adhering to strict food safety and sanitation standards. The role includes ingredient assembly, following standardized recipes, monitoring food quality and presentation, and maintaining appropriate food temperatures. The Cook is key to ensuring patient diet requirements are met individually and that food is stored properly with careful attention to labeling and utilization of leftovers. Scheduled for 20 hours per week with rotating shifts, this part-time role provides flexibility and is suited for individuals passionate about nutrition and health care. The position requires certification including a CRT-Accredited Food Handler certificate or related food allergy and protection management certifications within 90 days of hire. Those who join Corewell Health as a Cook become valuable members of a team committed to making a positive impact on patient care and community well-being while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that supports financial, health, and work-life balance goals.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in food service or equivalent
Must obtain CRT-Accredited Food Handler certification within 90 days
Must obtain CRT-Accredited Food Allergy Certificate within 90 days or CRT-Accredited Food Protection Manager certification within 90 days
Ability to work rotating shifts
Must comply with vaccine and drug-free workplace policies
Ability to follow health and safety regulations
Ability to perform cooking and food preparation duties as outlined

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
2 years of relevant experience in food service or equivalent experience
CRT-Accredited Food Handler- ANSI National Accreditation Board within 90 days
CRT-Accredited Food Allergy Certificate - ANSI National Accreditation Board within 90 days
OR CRT-Accredited Food Protection Manager, CFP -ANSI National Accreditation Board within 90 days
Courses in food preparation preferred
Baking education and cake decorating techniques course preferred
Ability to read, write and follow standardized recipes
Knowledgeable of patient diet requirements and sanitation practices

Job Duties

Performs hot food preparation including frying, baking, broiling, braising and grilling
Prepares soups, cereals, eggs, entrees, vegetables, and other food items as necessary
Monitors food quantity needs as customer counts or volumes vary
Assembles and prepares ingredients for cooking by cleaning and cutting
Follows standardized recipes, calculating ingredients based on weight and volume
Monitors food quality, assesses food presentation in regards to taste, texture and eye appeal and maintains food temperatures
Records temperatures correctly on temperature log sheets and replaces food items that do not meet standards
Stores food items by labeling and dating per standards and utilizes leftovers within allotted time
Sets up steam tables on patient and cafeteria tray lines
Communicates with other staff members to ensure continuity and coordination of services