Full-Time Cook →

Optalis Healthcare; Allen Park (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Optalis Healthcare in Allen Park, MI is seeking a Cook to prepare nutritious meals that meet residents' dietary needs. You will follow planned menus, standard recipes, and ensure proper temperatures and sanitation in a busy healthcare kitchen.

This role requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and at least 1 year of institutional foodservice experience. Healthcare dietary experience is preferred, and the position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and respect for residents in a supportive

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• 1+ year institutional food service experience as a cook.
• Healthcare dietary department experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes.
• Ensure meals are served at correct temperatures and times.
• Follow physician orders and resident dietary restrictions.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation.
• Monitor food storage, rotate stock, and minimize waste.
• Support survey readiness and food safety compliance.
• Demonstrate safe food handling and hygiene practices.
• Communicate effectively with residents and team members.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Food preparation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Cook prepares and serves palatable, nutritious meals that meet residents' dietary needs and preferences in accordance with state and federal regulations. This role ensures food safety, sanitation, and quality standards while contributing to resident satisfaction and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes.
• Ensure food is prepared and served at the proper temperature and time.
• Follow physician-ordered therapeutic diets and resident preferences.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, equipment, and utensils.
• Monitor food storage, rotate stock, and minimize waste.
• Support survey readiness and food safety compliance.
• Knowledge of food preparation, nutrition, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to follow recipes and diet orders accurately.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Teamwork and communication abilities.

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ year institutional food service experience as a cook.

Preferred:

• Experience in healthcare dietary department.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Standing/walking most of the shift.
• Ability to lift 5--40 lbs and push carts up to 300 lbs with assistance.
• Work in hot, humid kitchen environment with exposure to cleaning chemicals.

Personal Attributes:

• Respect for residents
• Integrity

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