FOOD SERVICE WORKER FOREMAN

The District of Columbia Government is a public sector employer committed to providing essential services to its residents, including healthcare and food services tailored to an inpatient environment. As a recognized government entity, it supports a workforce diverse in skills and backgrounds, dedicated to maintaining high standards of safety, cleanliness, and customer service. The government offers a structured and stable work environment where employees are encouraged to follow regulations and pursue continuous improvement within their roles. This particular position is permanent and includes a clear schedule with opportunities for career development, especially within food service leadership frameworks. The work environment entails adherence to safety-sensitive protocols and requires compliance with various background and drug testing mandates to ensure employee and public safety.

Serves as Food Service Foreman, planning, scheduling and directing food service operations for an assigned hospital or inpatient unit. This leadership role ensures that patients receive meals promptly and in accordance with their dietary needs. The foreman is responsible for coordinating with cooks and dietitians to resolve meal-related issues, utilizing computerized production sheets for accurate meal preparation and item tracking. They oversee employee scheduling, including vacation assignments for food service workers, and uphold regulatory compliance regarding patient and employee safety. The position demands a strategic approach to improve workflow efficiency, sanitation, and infection control within a controlled hospital environment. The role requires working rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays, reflecting the continuous nature of healthcare food services. It is a safety-sensitive position with multiple assessments including criminal background, traffic checks where applicable, and rigorous drug and alcohol testing to maintain a safe and secure workplace. Additionally, this role involves a pre-employment physical and a residency preference policy requiring applicants to reside in the District of Columbia for a set period if claiming preference points. Overall, the Food Service Foreman plays a pivotal role in ensuring quality and safety in food service delivery in an inpatient healthcare setting, supporting both patients and healthcare staff alike.