Cook

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay benefits

Full benefits package

Tuition Reimbursement

Free parking

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a full-time cook to prepare, season, and cook food for patients, associates, staff and visitors in accordance with established receipts and menus. You will oversee the work of a Culinary Assistant and use menus and work orders to plan quantities and meet meal schedules.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, basic math, and ability to read and write English. Two to three years of institutional food production experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Able to read and write English.
• Possesses basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviews menus and production schedules to plan meats, vegetables, soups, and salads.
• Measures and combines ingredients for recipe-based preparation.
• Cooks regular and diet menu items following established procedures.
• Ensures timely preparation and readiness for assigned mealtimes.
• Monitors inventory and adjusts production to prevent shortages or surpluses.
• Oversees Food Service Worker to ensure standards are followed.

Skills

Basic math

Reading & writing English

Food preparation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: Pay Starting at $15.93 and up

Position Purpose

The cook prepares, seasons, and cooks food for patients, associates, staff and visitors in accordance with established receipts and menus. Oversees work of Culinary Assistant engaged in food production related activities. Uses menus and work orders to determine types and quantities of food items; meets meal schedules and suggests menu or receipt changes for effective utilization of food and supplies. Tests prepared food to determine proper quality.

Education and Experience

Education: High School diploma or GED preferred. Able to read and write English. Possesses basic math skills Two to Three years food production experience in an institutional setting preferred.

Working Conditions

Works in the kitchen or other areas of the building under generally comfortable conditions. Some exposure to excessive temperatures and high noise. This varies by areas assigned. Exposure to hazards of burns from hot foods or dishes or chemical exposure from chemicals used in cleaning. This varies by areas assigned.

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY Benefits effective Day One!
• No waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout SJMHS and Trinity Health
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free close proximity parking

What you will do

• Reviews menus and production schedules regularly to determine types and quantities of meats, vegetables, soups, salads, etc. to prepare and plan cooking schedules to meet meal schedules.
• Measures, weighs, and combines ingredients for quantitative preparation of hot and cold food items in accordance with established recipes.
• Cooks regular and diet menu items according to established procedures following accurate recipe production.
• Ensures menu items are prepared in a timely manner and that items requiring advanced preparation are prepared, cooked and ready for assigned mealtimes.
• Monitors consumption of assigned menu items and alters food production levels to avoid potential shortages or surpluses.
• Organizes and oversees work of Food Service Worker, preparing meals and ensures food preparation is carried out according to established standards.
• Inspects food storage areas and ensures that foods are stored properly to prevent spoilage.
• Stocks refrigerators, freezers, and cabinets as necessary.
• Completes and files daily temperature reports and checklists.
• Ensures all equipment, counters, utensils, and production areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Calls in work orders as necessary.
• Monitors food inventories and needs, and requisitions foods from storeroom, as necessary.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org.