Food Service Assistant

Henry Ford Health; West Bloomfield Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in West Bloomfield is seeking a Food Service Assistant to join the Nutrition Services team. You will prepare and serve meals to patients, staff, and visitors, while handling cashier duties and assisting in diet office operations as needed.

The role emphasizes accuracy, customer service, and teamwork in a hospital setting, with opportunities for growth within the organization. A high school diploma or GED and experience in food service or cash handling are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
• 1 year or less in food service or cash-handling setting.
• English reading, writing, and verbal communication required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals to patients, employees, and visitors.
• Handle cashier duties with accurate transactions and customer service.
• Assist in the diet office, inventory management, or dish room as needed.
• Follow oral and written instructions to maintain high food service and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

English proficiency

Reading & writing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

6 months to 1 year food service experience

Job description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Description

Food Service Worker - Henry Ford Health

Job Title

Food Service Assistant

About the Department

Join the Nutrition Services team at Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital, a unique healthcare environment set on 80 tranquil acres in one of Oakland County¿s most desirable communities. Our hospital blends clinical excellence with a wellness-first approach, featuring amenities like ponds, a greenhouse, walking trails, and a demonstration kitchen. Here, you’ll be part of a team dedicated to nourishing patients, employees, and visitors in a setting designed to heal both body and spirit.

Role Overview

As a Food Service Worker, you’ll play a vital role in preparing and serving meals to patients, employees, and visitors. Your work ensures that everyone receives nutritious and satisfying meals, contributing to their overall well-being. You’ll also support the team by performing cashier duties, managing inventory, and assisting in the diet office or dish room, making you an essential part of our hospital’s daily operations.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Prepare and serve meals to patients, employees, and visitors with care and attention to detail.
• Handle cashier duties, ensuring accurate transactions and excellent customer service.
• Assist in the diet office, inventory management, or dish room as needed.
• Follow oral and written instructions to maintain high standards of food service and safety.
• Support the team in maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

Qualifications

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or six (6) months to one (1) year of previous work experience in a food service or cash handling setting.
• Ability to read, write, speak English, and follow oral and written instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a dishwasher or experience working in an assisted living facility, waitress, and cashiering strongly preferred.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, you’ll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with dedicated professionals, and the chance to contribute to mission-driven work. We foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, empowering you to make a meaningful impact every day.