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Nutrition Services Tech

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.25 - $23.25
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
discount programs
Identity Theft Protection
flexible schedule

Job Description

Corewell Health is a nationally recognized health system dedicated to improving health, instilling humanity, and inspiring hope in the communities it serves. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, Corewell Health offers comprehensive healthcare services across multiple facilities, including the Royal Oak Hospital, where this position is based. The organization values collaboration, leadership, and personal growth, delivering personalized healthcare to patients and supporting both its team members and the communities it serves. Corewell Health fosters an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, backed by strong diversity and inclusion initiatives.

The Nutrition Services team at Corewell Health plays a vital role in the overall patient care experience by managing all aspects of patient meal service. This includes answering phones in their call center, assembling patient meal trays according to dietary requirements, cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, delivering meal trays to patients, managing stock, and maintaining sanitary conditions within the food service areas. The position is part-time, with variable shifts primarily Monday to Friday and occasional weekend work, based at the Royal Oak Hospital Nutrition Cafeteria Mackinac Room.

This role offers individuals an opportunity to join a supportive team in a fast-paced healthcare environment where no prior experience is required. Comprehensive on-the-job training ensures that team members gain the necessary skills to succeed and grow their careers. Employees learn important tasks such as operating cash registers, assembling food stations, maintaining food safety standards, heavy-duty cleaning, and effective communication within a team setting.

Corewell Health provides its employees a range of benefits including financial and health care support, on-demand pay programs, discounts on everyday needs, retirement plan options, and identity theft protection. Team members benefit from a safe, drug-free work environment with vaccine requirements aligned with health safety standards. Corewell Health is dedicated to reasonable accommodations during the hiring process and employment for people with disabilities, pregnancy, or religious beliefs, emphasizing equal employment opportunities for all individuals.

In summary, this Nutrition Services team member position is ideal for candidates looking for a meaningful part-time role in a healthcare institution that values growth, teamwork, and contribution to patient wellness. The comprehensive training and supportive environment provide a strong foundation for professional development in nutrition and patient care services within a leading health system.

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • ability to speak, read and write the English language
  • excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills
  • time management and organizational skills
  • ability to make quality decisions independently
  • strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and high volumes
  • ability to maintain confidentiality
  • ability to follow safety and sanitary procedures
  • willingness to perform physical cleaning tasks
  • availability for variable shifts Monday to Friday and some weekends

Job Qualifications

  • excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills
  • time management and organizational skills
  • self-directed
  • ability to make quality independent decisions
  • analytical and strong problem-solving skills
  • ability to work effectively under tight deadlines, high volumes and multiple interruptions
  • ability to maintain confidentiality
  • high school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • proficiency in English reading, writing and speaking

Job Duties

  • prepares and maintains serving lines including dishes, silverware, hot and cold food items, condiments
  • assembles cold food items such as salads, desserts and nourishments and ensures proper storage and dating
  • serves food as directed, replenishing items as needed
  • disassembles and cleans food stations after use by wiping counters, steam tables and warmers
  • sets up and operates the cash register station and cash handling equipment
  • counts and balances the cash register and deposits money to appropriate location
  • performs routine and heavy-duty cleaning such as washing, scraping, scouring, and rinsing pots, pans, utensils and other equipment
  • loads, operates and unloads the dishwasher
  • cleans major equipment such as ovens, grills and steam tables
  • transports refuse and other materials ensuring safety
  • maintains sanitary conditions through daily cleaning assignments including sweeping, mopping and operating mechanical floor cleaner
  • sets up and delivers food carts to patient and other food delivery areas
  • works assigned station on the tray line assembling patient trays meeting dietary requirements
  • delivers trays to patients verifying patient identification to ensure correct delivery
  • participates in quality monitoring activities such as taking and recording food, refrigeration and dish machine temperatures

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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