NUTRITIONAL SERVICES SPECIALIST

McKenzie Health System • Sandusky, MI

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Coordinates, prepares and cooks for patients, staff and visitors under the supervision of the Director of Nutrition/Food Services. Is responsible for high standards of quality and quantity food preparation and sanitation. Provides for safe and sanitary food of high nutritional quality coupled with outstanding customer service to promote physical and emotional vitality for all of our customers: patients, visitors and staff. Assists with preparation of salads, desserts, cleaning, dish room activities, etc.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Ability to communicate fully in the English language
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and effective communication with peers, patients, families, physicians and other support personnel
• Ability to follow a series of instructions accurately
• Ability to operate or learn to operate various kitchen equipment and cash register
• Simple math concepts to include counting and measuring/weighing portions
• Maintains a positive perspective/attitude

Nice To Haves

• Previous food service experience in a health care setting
• Certification in “ServSafe”
• Training in food management, diet therapy

Responsibilities

• Coordinates, prepares and cooks for patients, staff and visitors
• Ensures high standards of quality and quantity food preparation and sanitation
• Provides safe and sanitary food of high nutritional quality
• Offers outstanding customer service
• Assists with preparation of salads, desserts, cleaning, and dish room activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED