Food Service Worker Lead

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • San Antonio, TX

6h

About The Position

The Food Service Worker Lead performs all duties of a food service worker, including tray assembly and delivery, and supports overall department safety and sanitation. The role may also perform cafeteria functions when necessary. The lead ensures patient trays are accurately assembled and helps maintain the smooth flow of tray service functions.

The position directs and coaches Food Service Workers, monitors food quality and work areas, and participates in employee scheduling, orientation, and training. It also supports compliance with applicable regulations, efficient use of resources, a safe environment, and performance improvement activities.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in a healthcare or restaurant environment.
• Food Manager Certification from the San Antonio Metropolitan Health District or an ANSI Accredited Food Manager Certificate.

Nice To Haves

• Courses in nutrition, sanitation, personnel management, and quantity food production.

Responsibilities

• Performs all duties of the food service worker.
• Directs and coaches Food Service Workers in their daily duties.
• Ensures food temperature and appearance on the tray line meet standards.
• Ensures patient trays are accurately assembled.
• Visually inspects work areas and equipment for proper functioning and sanitation; reports equipment malfunctions to Maintenance and corrects improper conditions in work areas.
• Visually inspects employees for proper uniforms and hair restraints, and for health problems that may interfere with safe job performance.
• Participates in preparing weekly employee schedules and work assignments.
• Prepares accident and incident reports as necessary.
• Informs the Director of supply, equipment, utensil, and staffing needs.
• Conducts orientation for new employees.
• Conducts in-service training.
• Adheres to local, state, and federal regulations.
• Uses resources efficiently and effectively.
• Maintains a safe environment.
• Addresses patient population-specific needs.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Paid time off
• Career development opportunities
• Continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts
• Healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Pet insurance
• Legal insurance
• Accident insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Long-term care insurance
• Elder and childcare benefits
• Auto and home insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED