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Optalis Healthcare; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Optalis Healthcare in Southfield, MI, is seeking a Culinary Team Member to assist with meal preparation, service, and delivery to residents. The role emphasizes safety, sanitation, and organized kitchen operations to support quality nutrition services and resident satisfaction.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and be prepared for a healthcare kitchen environment with strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Food service or kitchen experience in healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge of food service safety and sanitation policies.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.
• Commitment to resident satisfaction and safe food handling.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing meals according to menus and recipes.
• Support meal service and tray delivery to residents.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, equipment, and utensils.
• Rotate stock and store food properly to minimize waste.
• Follow infection control and food safety policies.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with survey and regulatory requirements.
• Support staff and residents with strong customer service and teamwork.

Skills

Food safety & sanitation

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Culinary Team Member supports the preparation, serving, and delivery of meals while maintaining a safe, sanitary, and organized kitchen. This role contributes to quality nutrition services, resident satisfaction, and cleaning of dining rooms and work areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing meals according to menus and standardized recipes.
• Support meal service and tray delivery to residents.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, equipment, and utensils.
• Store food and supplies properly, rotating stock to minimize waste.
• Follow infection control and food safety policies.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with survey and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of food service safety and sanitation.
• Customer Service
• Organizational and teamwork skills.
• Communication abilities to support staff and residents.

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Preferred:

• Food service or kitchen experience in healthcare setting.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Standing/walking for most of shift; frequent bending and lifting (5--40 lbs).
• Ability to push food carts and work in hot kitchen environment.

Personal Attributes:

• Respect for residents

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