Food Service Supervisor

Terrace Cafe, operating within the esteemed Lexington Health network, is seeking a dedicated Food Service Supervisor for a full-time position during the PM shift from 11am to 8pm. Lexington Health is a comprehensive and highly respected healthcare network based in West Columbia, South Carolina, which includes six community medical and urgent care centers, nearly 80 physician practices, and the prominent Lexington Medical Center, a 607-bed teaching hospital. Recognized for excellence in nursing care and named one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare, Lexington Health is a leader in delivering top-quality patient care, performing over 34,000 surgeries annually and supporting the Columbia Metro region with a wide range of healthcare services.

This Food Service Supervisor role is crucial within the nutrition services team at Lexington Health, focusing on managing and coordinating activities of the nutrition associates who prepare, serve, and dispose of foods for patients, staff, and visiting guests. The role demands leadership in overseeing daily operations including opening and closing the department, scheduling, discipline, and performance reviews. The supervisor ensures menu development aligns with dietary standards while promoting revenue growth and delivering a superior culinary experience. Responsibilities may span various areas such as production, retail, room service, and utility, making this a dynamic position within a fast-paced healthcare environment.

The supervisor acts as a role model by demonstrating excellent customer relations, effective communication, and maintaining a positive professional demeanor. They are tasked with maintaining the highest standards of sanitation and safety in compliance with health regulations and Lexington Health policies. Working hand-in-hand with nutrition associates, the supervisor plays a hands-on role in meal preparation and service, ensuring quality control and adherence to recipes and portion controls. This position requires adaptability and strong interpersonal skills to manage diverse teams and meet the unique needs of patients and customers.

Further responsibilities include supporting retail operations, overseeing catering functions, managing cash records, and contributing to menu creativity through theme days and specials that drive sales. The Food Service Supervisor at Lexington Health reports to the Executive Chef or Manager and collaborates closely with the production team to ensure consistency and excellence in food quality across all departments.

Lexington Health supports its employees with a comprehensive range of benefits that emphasize well-being and professional growth, such as day one medical, dental, and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 403(b) match plan, employer-paid life insurance, adoption assistance, disability coverage, tuition reimbursement, and student loan forgiveness. Equal opportunity employment and a discrimination-free work environment are fundamental values, ensuring that all employees can thrive regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or pregnancy-related conditions.