Temporary Supervisor - Thomas B. Finan Center

Food Service Supervisor – Lead with Heart in Healthcare

Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™

Love People? Love food? Love leading a team with purpose?
Join us as a Food Service Supervisor and help create a positive dining experience that fuels learning, builds community, and delivers care. In this role, you’ll lead a dedicated team in a healthcare setting, making sure every meal is safe, nutritious, and served with a smile.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading daily kitchen operations—from prepping meals to service—with quality and care.

• Opening and closing the kitchen, managing inventory, and reducing waste.

• Guiding and motivating your team while creating a positive, supportive work environment.

• Rolling up your sleeves—90% of your day is hands-on in the kitchen and serving area.

• Keeping everything clean, safe, and ready for health inspections (and gold stars!).

• Assisting with menu planning, food ordering, and using government commodities.

• Making sure every plate meets our standards for taste, nutrition, and presentation.

• Handling patient and staff feedback with positivity and solutions.

• Celebrating special menus, wellness programs, and school community events.

Why This Role Rocks:

• You’re the person who helps keeps the patients happy, healthy, and strong.

• Your leadership makes the kitchen run smoothly and your team feel valued.

• You bring heart and structure to a space where people count on us every day.

What We’re Looking For:

• A natural leader who inspires confidence and kindness.

• Someone who loves good food and making people smile.

• Organized and ready to thrive in a busy schedule.

• Hands-on, team-oriented, and willing to jump in wherever needed.

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma or GED (Culinary experience a big plus!).

• 3+ years in food service, with leadership or supervisory experience.

• Knowledge of food safety, cooking procedures, and portion control.

• ServSafe Certification (or willingness to obtain).

• Strong communication skills; bilingual Spanish is a plus.

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stay on your feet throughout the day.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• No late nights or major holidays – Enjoy a consistent schedule.

• Room to grow – Training and career development opportunities.

• Feel-good work – Every meal makes a difference in a patients day.

Apply today and help us live our mission: Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™.

 

$19.99/hour

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES 

Education 

• High School diploma or GED required; degree or coursework in culinary arts, food service, or a related field a plus. 

 

Experience 

• At least 2 years’ experience in food service required, with prior supervisory experience preferred; experience in school nutrition, residential dining, or both a plus. 

 

Certifications 

• ServSafe certification required, or must be obtained within a specified period of hire; must be knowledgeable of all local health and food safety ordinances. 

 

Computer Skills 

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required; able to learn Whitsons operational, scheduling, and point-of-sale systems. 

 

Other Qualifications 

• Ability to reliably work a consistent AM or PM shift schedule, including early morning or evening hours as assi