Food Service Lead

Greeley, CO, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $20.01 - $30.01

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

flexible scheduling

Job Description

Banner Health is a prominent healthcare provider known for its commitment to quality care and innovation. With a presence across the United States, Banner Health manages a network of hospitals and medical centers that deliver specialized and community-based healthcare services. One of their notable facilities is the Banner North Colorado Medical Center (NCMC) located in Greeley, Colorado. This 378-bed Level II trauma center is equipped to handle a wide variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including medical, pediatric, obstetric, orthopedic, surgical, heart, cancer, and critical care. The hospital also hosts the Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, which is a leader in cancer diagnosis and treatment in Northern Colorado. Banner Health prides itself on its state-of-the-art technology and dedicated healthcare professionals who work collaboratively to provide the most compassionate and innovative care possible. The community surrounding the Greeley location is welcoming and close-knit, offering various recreational activities which enhance the quality of life for employees and their families.

The Food Service Lead position at Banner North Colorado Medical Center is a full-time role that plays a crucial part in managing and coordinating culinary services within the hospital. This position involves leadership responsibilities, including overseeing daily food service operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory, safety, and sanitation standards, and supporting staff in delivering excellent customer service. The Food Service Lead is expected to have the ability to work independently while providing guidance and direction to culinary staff across various areas. This includes inventory management, food preparation, and handling customer and staff issues efficiently. The role requires shift work with varied schedules, including mornings and evenings, and involves working every other weekend with holiday rotations. Banner Health offers a pay range of $20.01 to $30.01 per hour for this position, reflecting the experience and qualifications of the candidate. Being part of Banner Health means joining a place recognized as a Great Place to Work, where employees are supported with excellent professional development opportunities and comprehensive benefits. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about culinary services who want to contribute to a healthcare environment that values quality, safety, and patient satisfaction.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
One or more years of experience in culinary and food service work
Ability to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays
Food Protection Manager Certification or willingness to obtain
Strong communication and customer service skills
Ability to work independently and assume leadership responsibilities
Ability to operate food service and office equipment
Ability to maintain sanitation and safety standards
Ability to inventory food and supplies
Willingness to participate in ongoing training
Ability to resolve customer and staff issues professionally

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Knowledge and experience in culinary services typically gained through one or more years in food and customer service roles
Ability to learn and operate computer software, email, and point of sale systems
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Previous experience in food preparation techniques and meal planning
Ability to inventory supplies and perform mathematical calculations
Ability to learn food handling regulations and pass certification tests
Experience operating various food service and office equipment
Previous supervisory experience preferred
Additional education or related experience preferred

Job Duties

Lead and oversee daily culinary service operations independently
Monitor food handling and sanitation standards to ensure regulatory compliance
Resolve customer issues and support staff in developing customer service skills
Inventory food and supplies, determine ordering needs based on par levels and special requirements
Prepare food items according to production forecasts and standardized recipes
Perform tasks in various service and preparation areas
Assist with cleaning and sanitation of equipment and work areas
Provide training and coordination for catered events
Participate in department meetings and training sessions
Communicate and make decisions with customers, employees, management, and vendors