Culinary Supervisor

Memorial Medical Center Las Cruces is a respected healthcare facility committed to delivering exceptional patient care and services. As part of its dedication to quality and operational excellence, the center employs a diverse team of professionals who contribute to creating a supportive and efficient environment for patients and staff. Among its many essential services, the food and nutrition team plays a crucial role in ensuring that patients receive the proper meals they need for their health and well-being. This hospital prioritizes a safe and healthy workplace, upholding the highest standards of hygiene, customer service, and team collaboration to meet the needs of all who come through its doors.

The Culinary Supervisor role at Memorial Medical Center Las Cruces is a full-time, hourly position offering a competitive wage of $16.00 per hour. This role is integral to supporting the culinary director in supervising the food and nutrition team within the hospital. Candidates for this position must be dependable, friendly, compassionate, and excellent team players who thrive in dynamic healthcare environments. The Culinary Supervisor will oversee the preparation and timely delivery of patient meals, ensuring that dietary requirements and orders are accurately met. This position is vital to maintaining high standards of food service, customer satisfaction, and compliance with health and safety regulations.

The Culinary Supervisor supervises team members to ensure smooth operation across various departments including dietary services, doctor’s dining, catering, and patient meals. They play a critical role in verifying that each patient’s meal complies with prescribed dietary restrictions and preferences, fostering a patient-centered approach. Providing exceptional customer service is crucial for this role, as it involves interacting with patients, staff, and visitors, ensuring all stakeholders experience a welcoming and professional environment. The role demands coordination with various departments and adherence to strict health, safety, and sanitation guidelines mandated by the healthcare facility.

This position requires flexibility with work shifts, offering morning, day, and evening rotations, suitable for those seeking varied hours. Compliance with procedural requirements such as background checks, drug screens, and verification of employment eligibility in the United States is mandatory. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and exhibit strong communication skills in English to effectively collaborate within the team. Previous supervisory experience in culinary operations, whether in healthcare settings, restaurants, or related food service environments, is preferred but not mandatory.

Physical demands of the role include prolonged standing and walking, frequent stooping, bending, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Operating necessary kitchen equipment safely and efficiently is also essential. Benefits for this position include paid time off, medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plans, short-term disability, voluntary life insurance, and participation in a safety incentive program. Memorial Medical Center Las Cruces values work-life balance, job satisfaction, and provides opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the culinary team. Veterans and candidates with military experience are strongly encouraged to apply, as the center is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunities.