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FANS RETAIL COOK

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee wellness program
Life insurance
Disability insurance

Job Description

Sparrow Hospital, located in Lansing, Michigan, is a renowned healthcare institution dedicated to providing exceptional medical care and services to its community. As a part of the University of Michigan Health system, Sparrow Hospital upholds a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care for patients and their families. The hospital is staffed by a team of dedicated professionals who support a wide range of health services, including specialized medical treatments, patient support, and nutrition services. Their Food and Nutrition Services department plays a crucial role in ensuring patients receive nutritious and carefully prepared meals tailored to their dietary needs,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma, GED or successful completion of 12 grades combined with continued enrollment in early college program
  • Two years general cooking experience or one year Sparrow FANS experience
  • Previous short order experience
  • Previous batch cooking experience
  • Demonstrated high standards of customer service skills, self-motivation, problem solving and time management
  • Demonstrated high volume and high-quality food production skills
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare multiple items in a limited time frame with expected accuracy
  • Demonstrated knowledge of garnish, portion control, cost control, food handling and sanitation, and recipe interpretation and adherence
  • Demonstrated written, verbal and communication skills
  • Demonstrated commitment to job through past performance, attendance, contribution of ideas, cooperation with co-workers, supervisors and customers

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma, GED or successful completion of 12 grades combined with continued enrollment in early college program
  • Two years general cooking experience or one year Sparrow FANS experience
  • Previous short order experience
  • Previous batch cooking experience
  • Demonstrated high standards of customer service skills, self-motivation, problem solving and time management
  • Demonstrated high volume and high-quality food production skills
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare multiple items in a limited time frame with expected accuracy
  • Demonstrated knowledge of garnish, portion control, cost control, food handling and sanitation, and recipe interpretation and adherence
  • Demonstrated written, verbal and communication skills
  • Demonstrated commitment to job through past performance, attendance, contribution of ideas, cooperation with co-workers, supervisors and customers
  • Preferred college courses in culinary field
  • Preferred previous commercial cooking and/or health care food production experience
  • Preferred ServSafe certification

Job Duties

  • Prepare and cook according to recipes, methods and procedures for all different aspects of patient care
  • Prepare and cook as needed for catering events, special functions and retail support as needed
  • Responsible for proper storage and handling of food products, ensures proper food temperatures, labels and dates all products according to established guidelines
  • Follow all appropriate sanitation guidelines
  • Responsible for cleaning all cooking, preparation, serving and storage areas and reporting equipment that needs repair or maintenance to supervisor
  • Assist in training of new or part-time caregivers
  • Contribute to and support goals and objectives of Food and Nutrition Services and the health system

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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