associate cook

Corewell Health
United States, Michigan, Ludington
Aug 19, 2025
Job Summary Join our team at Corewell Health and make a difference in the lives of our patients, guests, and team members through your passion for creating delicious and nutritious food options. As a Cook, you'll play a vital role in the preparation and execution of hot and cold meals in our restaurants, room service, and grab & go markets. From line cooking and prep cooking to vegetable prep, short order cooking, catering, and mise en place, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and make a positive impact on those we serve every day. Essential Functions Assembles and prepares ingredients for cooking by cleaning and cutting. Follows standardized recipes, calculation ingredients based on weight and volume. Records temperatures correctly on temperature log sheets. Responsible to replace food items that do not fit standards. Stores food items as required, labeling and dating items per standards. Utilizes leftovers within allotted time. Sets up steam tables on patient and cafeteria tray lines. Communicates with other staff members to ensure continuity and coordination of services. Qualifications Required High School Diploma or equivalent Work permit required for Student workers enrolled in highschool. Preferred Vocational/Technical Vocational training in food service or currently enrolled. Preferred Student Culinary Internships student workers meeting Internship requirements 1 year of relevant experience in food preparation/serving Preferred CRT-Accredited Food Handler - ANSI National Accreditation Board ANSI National Accreditation Board 90 Days And CRT-Accredited Food Allergy Certificate - ANSI National Accreditation Board ANSI National Accreditation Board 90 Days Physical Demands Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 50 lbs Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbs Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 10 lbs Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 50 lbs Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 40 lbs Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs Sitting: Seldom Standing: Frequently Walking: Frequently Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom Squat: Seldom Stair Climbing: Seldom Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom Reach - Above Shoulder: Occasionally Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Occasionally Handling: Frequently Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Occasionally Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Occasionally Finger/Hand Dexterity: Occasionally How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status Primary Location SITE - Ludington Hospital - 1 Atkinson Dr - Ludington Department Name Nutrition Services - Ludington Employment Type Part time Shift Variable (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 16 Hours of Work varies Days Worked Sunday thru Saturday Weekend Frequency Every other weekend CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS - Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team. You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.