Job Description

Job Location: Sheridan Community Hospital - Sheridan, MI 48884, Nutrition Services Cook and Aide (Dietary) – Full-Time – Sheridan, MI

Full-Time dietary role in Sheridan, MI

Support Safe Food Handling and Dietary Practice

Location: Sheridan, MI (serving Montcalm County and surrounding communities)

Organization: Sheridan Community Hospital

Department: Dietary

Employment Type: Full Time

Support Food Safety and Dietary Compliance

Sheridan Community Hospital is seeking a dependable Nutrition Services Cook and Aide to join our team. This role is essential to maintaining a Safe and Nutritious Food Environment for patients and staff.

This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work and wants to contribute to patient care behind the scenes in a healthcare setting.

About Sheridan Community Hospital

Sheridan Community Hospital is a critical access hospital committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care close to home. Our Nutrition Services team plays a vital role in our facility.

Nutrition Services Cook and Aide Responsibilities

• Taking orders, preparing food & delivering trays.
• Ensuring patients are given the correct food allowed on diets.
• Taking temperatures on food and cooling units required.
• Following guidelines so that department is inspection ready at all times.
• Taking care of stock when needed following FIFO
• Discard leftovers, check for outdated food, and take out garbage.
• Making sure Sanitation is done as required.
• Participate in quality improvement projects. Attend training and meetings as required
• Maintains awareness of current quality and safety measures on the unit and follows guidelines or reporting measures to ensure safety of patients, visitors, and staff.
• Knowledge and skills in quality improvement and research methodologies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Why This Role at SCH

• Supportive, team-oriented work environment focused on collaboration
• Meaningful role supporting patient care, nutrition, and overall safety

Benefits You Can Count On

Full-Time benefits package available based on eligibility

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• ESTA- Sick Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement
• Employee Health Hospital Discount

What to Expect

This Full-Time position requires early morning hours and dependable attendance. Team members must be flexible to support hospital operations.

Qualifications: Education, Experience and Other Requirements:

• Checking hospital email at least once per work day since primary source of communication
• High School Diploma
• Food Safety Class (to be completed upon hire)
• Flu Vaccine (Nov 1st – June 1st ) Yearly
• Able to pass health/drug screening as required by federal guidelines for all healthcare workers (required)

Apply Today

Join a team that values compassion, quality, and community-centered care. Apply today to support a clean, safe, and nourishing environment through our Dietary Department at Sheridan Community Hospital, helping prepare and serve nutritious meals for patients and staff.