Cook

Henry Ford Health; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Michigan seeks a Cook to join our culinary team. You will own menu planning, lead food preparation with precision, and uphold top sanitation standards to deliver nourishing meals for patients and guests.

The role emphasizes teamwork, quality, and reliability in a fast-paced hospital dining environment, with opportunities to contribute to special events and dining experiences for the community we serve.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year of cooking experience or graduation from a culinary program.
• Five years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on menu planning and production schedules to create diverse, appealing meals.
• Execute hot food preparation with skill and attention to quality and presentation.
• Lead cafeteria meal service and special functions with professionalism and enthusiasm.
• Maintain impeccable sanitation standards for all work areas and equipment, ensuring food safety compliance.
• Contribute to team success by taking on additional responsibilities as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve. Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact. Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

General Summary

Join our culinary team and make a real difference! You'll craft delicious, nutritious hot meals that nourish our patients and delight our cafeteria guests. As a Cook, you'll take ownership of menu planning, lead food preparation with precision, maintain the highest sanitation standards, and coordinate team efforts to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Principle Duties And Responsibilities

• Collaborate on menu planning and production schedules to create diverse, appealing meals.
• Execute hot food preparation with skill and attention to quality and presentation.
• Lead cafeteria meal service and special functions with professionalism and enthusiasm.
• Maintain impeccable sanitation standards for all work areas and equipment, ensuring food safety compliance.
• Contribute to team success by taking on additional responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

Education/Experience Required

• High School or G.E.D. equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year of experience required or graduation from a Culinary Program. Minimum of five (5) years of experience preferred.