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Optalis Healthcare; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Optalis Healthcare in Bloomfield Hills, MI is seeking a Culinary Team Member to assist in meal preparation, service, and delivery for residents while upholding safety and sanitation standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and adherence to food safety policies to support resident satisfaction and quality nutrition services in a healthcare setting. Prior food service experience is preferred; the position is on-site and full-time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Healthcare food service experience is a plus.

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.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, United States

Job Description

Position Summary:

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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