What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Service Associate position at WOLVERINE HUMAN SERVICES?
Food Service Associate
Wolverine Human Services | Full-Time | Michigan
Why This Role Matters
Meals matter.
At Wolverine Human Services, we serve children and youth in care. For many of them, stability starts with something simple — a safe environment and a healthy meal.
As a Food Service Associate, you help create that stability every day.
Our mission is clear:
Helping Children and Families to be Victors.
How You’ll Make an Impact
You will prepare nutritious, balanced meals for youth in care.
Your work will include:
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Preparing meals according to approved menus and standard recipes
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Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe kitchen
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Operating kitchen equipment, including an outdoor grill
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Completing daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning logs
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Maintaining knife accountability sheets
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Documenting daily meal production records
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Rotating food stock to meet licensing regulations
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Observing client behavior and responding appropriately to crisis situations
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Using client-centered interventions and positive role modeling
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Attending required meetings and trainings
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Serving as a mandated reporter under Michigan Child Protection Law
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Performing other duties as assigned
This role is active.
You will be on your feet and working as part of a team.
What Success Looks Like
This role requires consistency and professionalism.
You will be expected to:
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Follow food safety and sanitation standards
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Maintain documentation accurately and on time
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Respond calmly and appropriately in crisis situations
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Follow agency policies and licensing requirements
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Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards
Be Part of Our Mission
People choose Wolverine Human Services because:
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The work has real impact
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Teamwork is valued
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Growth is supported
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The mission is meaningful
You won’t just prepare meals.
You’ll help create stability.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you want steady work with purpose — and a role that supports youth in care — we encourage you to apply.
Join Wolverine Human Services.
Help children and families become Victors.
What You Need to Apply – Minimum Qualifications
You qualify if you have:
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High School Diploma or G.E.D.
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Ability to achieve Level 1 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) endorsement
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Ability to complete Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training and apply techniques
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Ability to obtain American Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certification
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Ability to obtain ServSafe Certification
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Ability to obtain Michigan Allergen Certificate
Training for certifications is provided by the agency when applicable.
Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate may also have:
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Previous food service or institutional kitchen experience
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Experience working in residential or youth-serving settings
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Familiarity with food safety regulations
Salary : $18