Description

Facility: MediLodge of West Bloomfield

This is a great opportunity for someone interested in combining culinary skills with a meaningful role in healthcare! The position seems well-suited for someone who is detail-oriented and passionate about creating meals that meet the dietary needs of elderly residents. Any previous experience in cooking, especially in a restaurant or food service setting is preferred.

Why MediLodge?

Michigan’s Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
Employee Focus: We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.
Michigan Award Winner: Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the Michigan Works! Association.

Key Benefit Package Options?

Medical Benefits: Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Additional Healthcare Benefits: Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.
Specialty Benefits: Reimbursement options for childcare, transportation, and a non-perishable food program for eligible employees.
Michigan Direct Care Incentive: We offer an Eighty-Five Cent Michigan Direct Care Incentive that is added to your hourly wage.
Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through OnShift Wallet.
Benefits Concierge: Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.
Pet Insurance: Three options available
Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
Retirement Savings with 401K.
HSA and FSA options

Start rewarding and stable career with MediLodge today!

Requirements

Summary:

Prepares and serves food using proper food handling and food safety techniques for residents, as well as employees and special events that tastes good and is served at the proper temperature and in an attractive manner in accordance with established standards. Maintains a clean and safe working environment in accordance with established standards.

Qualifications:

Education: ?

Minimum of tenth grade or above ?
GED or High School Diploma or above preferred

Licenses/Certification: ?

ServSafe Food Safety Certification preferred ?
Food Handlers permit if required per state regulations

Experience: ?

Six months’ experience in large quantity food preparation.
Experience with therapeutic diet preparation preferred.

NOTE: Federal Child Labor Laws do not permit employees younger than 18 years of age to work with or repair, adjust, or clean power-driven machines such as meat slicers and commercial mixers. Therefore, individuals must be at least 18 years of age to be employed in this position.

Essential Functions: ?

Reviews menus prior to preparation of food
Prepares food for regular and therapeutic diets according to the planned menu, as well as employees and special events, as instructed by the supervisor. ?
Prepares alternative items to meet residents’ individual needs and food preferences. ?
Prepares and/or portions food using proper food handling and food safety techniques according to established policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulations. ?
Prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as our established policies and procedures. ?
Makes only authorized changes to the planned menu and records the change according to established policy. ?
Ensures that food tastes good and is served in an attractive, appetizing manner. ?
Ensure that menus are maintained and filed in accordance with established policies and procedures. ?
Utilizes standardized recipes to prepare menu items,

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Dietary Cook