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Culinary Services Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

1. Responsible for planning, directing, controlling, communicating, and coaching in the dining service department. 2. Manages and directs the Culinary Services Department. Implements menu program ...

Culinary Services Cook

Cadillac, MI · On-site

$12.25 - $16.25/hr

Eligibility based on location Culinary Services Cook Responsibilities include: * Plans, prepares, and serves attractive, nutritious meals in an organized, timely, and sanitary manner. * Assists the ...

Culinary Services Cook

Cadillac, MI · On-site

$12.25 - $16.25/hr

Eligibility based on location Culinary Services Cook Responsibilities include: * Plans, prepares, and serves attractive, nutritious meals in an organized, timely, and sanitary manner. * Assists the ...

Culinary Services Aide-CULAIDE

Saginaw, MI · On-site

$12.75 - $15.50/hr

The Culinary Services Aide performs designated work and cleaning routines for the culinary department in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and ...

Culinary Services Aide-CULAIDE

Monroe, MI · On-site

$13 - $17.25/hr

Forefront is dedicated to enhancing lives through exceptional culinary and support services. As a member of our team, you play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable ...

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What is the difference between Culinary Services vs Food Service Worker?

AspectCulinary ServicesFood Service Worker
CredentialsMay require culinary certifications or trainingTypically no formal certifications required
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, hotels, catering, institutional kitchensFast food, cafeterias, hospitals, schools
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in professional culinary settingsCommon in food service establishments
Job FocusFood preparation, menu planning, culinary techniquesServing, basic food handling, customer service

While Culinary Services involves professional food preparation and culinary skills, Food Service Workers focus on serving and basic food handling. Culinary Services roles often require specialized training, whereas Food Service Workers typically do not. Both roles are essential in the food industry but differ in responsibilities and skill requirements.

What are the most commonly searched types of Culinary Services jobs in Michigan?

The most popular types of Culinary Services jobs in Michigan are:

Infographic showing various Culinary Services job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution.

Culinary Services Supervisor - Community

Otterbein SeniorLife

Jackson, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Supervise the overall production of Culinary Services for the Assisted Living, Long-Term Care, and Post-Acute areas.

  • Manage staff, create schedules, order food and supplies, and conduct inventory.

  • Ensure compliance with community policies, procedures, and health care food service regulations.


Otterbein SeniorLife rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 59 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

77th of 247 rated social care providers


Job description

Overview

Otterbein has an employment opportunity for a Culinary Services Supervisor, a full-time position which includes a generous benefits package. The Culinary Services Supervisor is responsible for supervising the overall production of Culinary Services for the Assisted Living, Long-Term Care and Post-Acute areas of the Otterbein campus.  You will manage staff and create schedules, order food and supplies and conduct inventory, provide daily oversight of food production and ensure high quality.  The Supervisor will also ensure compliance with community policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations. We offer restaurant-style dining for our residents in a comfortable, home-like atmosphere. If you have the desire to serve older persons in a faith-based environment, this is the place for you.

Shift: Full time 10:30a - 7p

Responsibilities
  • Assists with developing recipes.
  • Prepares regular and therapeutic diets.
  • Processes and appropriately follows resident diet orders.
  • Ensure partners follow therapeutic and special consistency meal orders
  • Ensures all pantries are adequately stocked daily.
  • Ensures proper completion of the daily temperature logs, and other daily documentation.
  • Assumes all responsibility in the absence of the Director of Culinary Services.
  • Assists the Director of Culinary Services with routine and special function menu planning, and the overall production of the culinary services department.
  • Assists with interviewing, selecting, hiring, training and evaluating culinary services partners.
  • Supervises partners to ensure that meals are served hot on time, and in an attractive manner.
  • Identifies opportunities for partner development regarding hospitality training, sanitation practices, and safe food handling techniques.
Qualifications
  • Must be an excellent cook, preferably with formal culinary training
  • Knowledge of health care food service regulations
  • Superior supervisory and customer service skills
  • Enjoy working with the senior population
  • Willingness to be flexible with schedule and hours 

Education: High School diploma or GED

Experience: Preferable a minimum of three years' experience in dining, catering, restaurant and/or cooking field, preferably in the senior living setting.

BENEFITS*

Health & Wellness

  • Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits
  • Vision & Dental Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support

 Financial Security

  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one
  • Paid Holidays for a healthy work-life balance
  • Access to DailyPay, enabling you to access up to 100% of your earned wages on a daily basis
  • Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study
  • Tuition Discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
  • Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges
  • Legal & Identity Theft Protection

 Growth & Development

  • University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts
  • Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks
  • Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work

 *Some benefits, including PTO and tuition reimbursement, are based on hours worked.

Apply today and begin a meaningful career as a Culinary Services Supervisor at Otterbein!

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About Otterbein SeniorLife

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Otterbein SeniorLife is a health and human services industry institution based in Lebanon, OH, US. Established in 1912, the organization has a century-old heritage of providing senior-focused services. Otterbein SeniorLife offers a full spectrum of health and human services including continuing care retirement communities and home health and hospice services. Upholding the values of inclusiveness, quality, innovation, and stewardship, the organization is widely recognized as a faith-based, non-profit ministry. Their mission is to enhance the quality of life and holistic growth of older persons.

Industry

Nursing and residential care facilities

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Lebanon, OH, US

Year founded

1912