Food Services Lead

Primary City/State:

Tucson, Arizona

Department Name:

Culinary & Nutrition-Hosp

Work Shift:

Evening

Job Category:

Facilities, Environmental Services, and Culinary

Banner Health has been recognized by Becker’s Healthcare as one of the 150 top places to work in health care. In addition, we recently made Newsweek’s list of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023 for Diversity. These recognitions reflect Banner Health's investment in team members' professional development, wellness benefits, and continued education. It highlights our commitment to advocating for diversity in the workplace, promoting work-life balance, and boosting employee engagement.

As a Culinary Lead you will serve as a central resource, leading by example in providing a quality, customer-focused experience, and handling a variety of tasks, including overseeing daily service standards. You will have the opportunity to work in a tight-knit, family-oriented, fun department!

We are looking for an experienced food services professional that enjoys working in a large, fast-paced production environment. The Culinary and Nutrition Services Department is committed to provide excellent services to our visitors and staff and is made up of a diverse cultural team. We are open 24/7 and include full-service catering, retail, production, clinical nutrition services,  and complete meal service to all patients!  This is a great opportunity into the healthcare industry.   As a member of our team you will work with top of the line industry equipment and enhance your organizational skills, time management, communication and problem solving abilities.

This is a full time position and generally runs 12:30pm-9:00pm Tuesday through Saturday. Some holiday coverage will be required.  You will enjoy an additional flat rate $1/hour weekend shift differential plus 18% night shift differential for hours after 7pm! Banner offers free uniforms including two pair of shoes yearly, 20% discount on food!   

Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting groundbreaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The academic medical center has earned Magnet Recognition becoming the only hospital in southern Arizona to meet the rigorous standards of the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Recognition Program® for nursing excellence. The hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position provides leadership of culinary service staff in assigned areas while working as a member of the culinary service team. Assures that all quality, regulatory, menu and customer service standards are continuously met in the course of the group’s daily work.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Independently and effectively leads and oversees daily service while working in various roles in Culinary Services. Uses good judgment to make appropriate decisions regarding daily work and staff needs. Appropriately communicates information to management as needed.

2. Maintains food handling and sanitation standards to meet licensing agency requirements. Reports potential violations and training needs to management.

3. Resolves customer problems and supports staff development in customer service skills. Trains others in work processes and the delivery of customer service.

4. Inventories food and supplies in assigned areas; determines ordering and food production quantities based upon established par levels and special needs. Works within budget and food cost guidelines. Resolves minor issues with vendors.

5. Prepares all food items as required by production forecasts and recipes.

6. Performs work in service areas and/or preparation areas at various work stations. Resolves minor problems with patient menus, trays and/or meal se