Food Service Team Lead - St. Illa

Unison Behavioral Health•Waycross, GA

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the Food Service Team Lead assists the Food Service Supervisor with daily food service operations. The role helps ensure meals are prepared and served according to established nutrition, sanitation, safety, and quality standards. It provides guidance and support to food service staff, coordinates meal preparation and service, maintains compliance with health regulations, and promotes a clean, safe, and positive dining experience for individuals served and staff. The employee interacts professionally and respectfully with individuals receiving services, maintains confidentiality, and supports a therapeutic, recovery-oriented environment. The anticipated schedule is 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The position is based at St. Illa, pays $19 per hour, and is open until filled. UBH is a tobacco-free campus.

Requirements

Two to three years of food service experience.
Knowledge of food preparation techniques, sanitation requirements, and food safety standards.
Ability to read and follow recipes, menus, and written instructions.
Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
Food Handler's Certification or SERV Safe Certification, or ability to obtain certification within the designated timeframe.
Ability to lead and motivate employees while maintaining professional working relationships.
Ability to monitor food production and meal service quality and accuracy and implement effective solutions to problems.
Ability to maintain composure and make sound decisions during busy meal periods and staffing shortages.
Ability to conduct inspections and monitor regulatory compliance.
Ability to work collaboratively with dietary, nursing, and administrative staff.
Ability to stand for extended periods, lift and carry supplies, and work in a commercial kitchen environment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
One year of prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Food Service Supervisor with daily food service operations.
Help coordinate meal preparation and service.
Provide guidance and support to food service staff.
Ensure meals are prepared and served in accordance with nutrition, sanitation, safety, and quality standards.
Maintain compliance with health regulations and food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards.
Monitor the quality and accuracy of food production and meal service, identify problems, evaluate options, and implement solutions.
Interpret and follow policies, procedures, menus, recipes, and dietary instructions.
Conduct inspections and monitor compliance with regulatory requirements.
Work collaboratively with dietary, nursing, and administrative staff.
Interact respectfully and professionally with individuals receiving services, maintain confidentiality, and support a therapeutic, recovery-oriented environment.
Promote a clean, safe, and positive dining experience for individuals served and staff.