Therapeutic Diet Kitchen Cook

Intersect Healthcare, Inc.; Summit Township (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Intersect Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve meals in a hospital environment. You will ensure meals meet planned menus, safety standards, and dietary requirements, while maintaining sanitation and timely service to residents and staff.

The role emphasizes accurate portioning, adherence to nutritional plans, and collaboration with Nursing Services and Dietetics to implement therapeutic diets and special orders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months paid quantity food preparation and working with recipes for 25–50 servings.
• Training in quantity food preparation, estimating quantities, storing supplies, and sanitation and safety.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve various food items.
• Report exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals to the Director of Food Services.
• Ensure staff compliance with regulations and follow department schedules.
• Review menus and inspect diet trays for correct diets.
• Prepare meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes.
• Maintain sanitary procedures and safety at all times.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, organized food service area and inventory.

Skills

Quantity food prep

Sanitation & safety

Reading & following instructions

Therapeutic diets knowledge

Education

Experience in food service

Job description

Intersect Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve meals in a hospital environment. You will ensure meals meet planned menus, safety standards, and dietary requirements, while maintaining sanitation and timely service to residents and staff.

The role emphasizes accurate portioning, adherence to nutritional plans, and collaboration with Nursing Services and Dietetics to implement therapeutic diets and special orders.