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Full-Time Cook Optalis Health and Rehabilitation - 2.4 Allen Park, MI Job Details Full-time 12 hours ago Qualifications Institutional kitchen experience

Full Job Description Position Summary:

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. Skills & Competencies 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:

Dependability Respect for residents Integrity Attention to detail #

AP Requirements:

ServSaf