Food Service Specialist

Position Overview: 

Job Type: Part-Time and Full-Time

Schedule: 1st and 2nd Shift

Department: Dining

Location: 3340 Hospital Road, Saginaw, MI 48603

Compensation:

• Hero Pay (DCW): Eligible for food service specialists.
• Shift Premium: $0.50 premium available for eligible 2nd shift employees.

Are you passionate about providing quality food service in a healthcare setting?

At HealthSource Saginaw, we are seeking Food Service Specialists to join our Dining team. Our kitchen plays an important role in supporting the health, well-being, and recovery of our patients and residents. By preparing and serving quality meals, you will contribute to a welcoming and supportive environment for the individuals we care for.

As a Food Service Specialist, you will prepare and serve meals for patients, residents, visitors, and staff across our facility through a centralized/decentralized pod service model. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference through your attention to quality, cleanliness, and teamwork. Rise to Be Your Best as you support the people we serve and inspire those around you to do the same.

What You’ll Do:

The Food Service Specialist will perform the full range of assignments including but not limited to:

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment while following all health and safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Prepare food items as required, and deliver for catering functions, meals, nourishments, resident/patient snacks and floor supplies.
• Maintain proper inventory of all supplies in assigned work area and units.
• Assemble resident/patient food trays, working as part of a pod service. Read menus, portion food according to prescribed measures, and follow standards for accuracy, temperature, and appearance.
• Provide customer service to staff, patients, visitors, and residents through various interactions, including telephone calls and in-person assistance.
• Wash and sanitize service ware, pots, pans and kitchen equipment using both dish machines and the three-compartment sink method; Clean interior and exterior of dish machine at conclusion of each meal period and properly store clean dishware.
• Visits residents/patients to provide and obtain information about food choices, preferences, dislikes and food allergies.

What We’re Looking For:

REQUIRED:

• Must be at least 16 years of age. A work permit is required if currently enrolled in High School.
• Previous food service experience.

PREFERRED:

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• ServSafe or other related certifications.