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An Opportunity to Join our Remarkable Care Team!

Saint Joseph Mercy Health System one of the nations top health care services providers spanning five counties in Southeastern Michigan. SJMHS represents more than 2700 physicians and 14000 nurses and staff and includes 5 Hospitals 5 Outpatient Health Centers 8 Urgent Care Facilities and over 25 Specialty Centers.

SJMHS is part of Trinity Health a national Catholic health system with an enduring legacy and a steadfast mission to be a transforming and healing presence within the communities we serve.

As a mission-driven innovative health organization we will become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve. We will be the most trusted health partner for life. Our Core Values Reverence Commitment to the Poor Justice Stewardship and Integrity guide our behaviors to help us achieve our Vision.

SUMMARY:

The cook prepares seasons and cooks food for patients associates staff and visitors in accordance with established receipts and menus. Oversees work of Culinary Assistant engaged in food production related activities. Uses menus and work orders to determine types and quantities of food items; meets meal schedules and suggests menu or receipt changes for effective utilization of food and supplies. Tests prepared food to determine proper quality.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITES:

• Reviews menus and production schedules regularly to determine types and quantities of meats vegetables soups salads etc. to prepare and plan cooking schedules to meet meal schedules.
• Measures weighs and combines ingredients for quantitative preparation of hot and cold food items in accordance with established recipes. Cooks regular and diet menu items according to established procedures following accurate recipe production.
• Ensures menu items are prepared in a timely manner and that items requiring advanced preparation are prepared cooked and ready for assigned meal times.
• Monitors consumption of assigned menu items and alters food production levels in order to avoid potential shortages or surpluses.
• Organizes and oversees work of Culinary Assistant I preparing meals and ensures food preparation is carried out according to established standards.
• Inspects food storage areas and ensures that foods are stored properly in order to prevent spoilage. Stocks refrigerators freezers and cabinets as necessary. Completes and files daily temperature reports and checklists.
• Ensures all equipment counters utensils and production areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. Calls in work orders as necessary.
• Monitors food inventories and needs and requisitions foods from storeroom as necessary.
• May preform regularly the duties of the Culinary Assistant.
• Assists Sous Chef as needed.
• Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships. Approaches conflict in a constructive manner. Helps to identify problems offer solutions and participate in their resolution.
• Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patient physicians employees and visitors to St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. Discusses patient and hospital information only among appropriate personnel in appropriately private places.
• Behaves in accordance with the Mission Vision and Values of Mission Health.
• Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner to assure personal safety and that of coworkers and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education:

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Two to Three years food production experience in an institutional setting.

Working Conditions

• Works in the kitchen or other areas of the building under generally comfortable conditions. Some exposure to excessive temperatures and high noise. This varies by areas assigned.
• Exposure to hazards of burns from hot foods or dishes or chemical exposure from chemicals used in cleaning. This varies by areas assigned.

Why this position -- What can it do for you!

• Located in the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Michigan with easy access to US-23 M-14 and I-94.

• Full benefits package
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Savings Plan with employer contribution option
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Life Insurance
  • Short/Long Term Disability

• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health in 18 different states!

• Free close proximity parking!

• For more information regarding career opportunities with Saint Joseph Mercy Health System please visit candidate will be subject to mandatory vaccinations/immunizations unless they qualify for an available exemption.

  This document is intended to describe the generalized duties and responsibilities the specialized job functions and the essential requirements of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive statement of all supplemental duties responsibilities or non-essential requirements or reflect any accommodations made under the Americans with Disability Act the Michigan Handicappers Act or SJMHSs Return to Work Program.

  Our Commitment

  Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.