FOOD UNIT LEAD (FULL LEAD)

Morrison Healthcare is a leading provider of food and nutrition services in the healthcare sector. As a member of the Compass Group, Morrison Healthcare has been supporting health systems nationwide for more than 70 years with culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise. With a dedication to excellence in patient care, the company employs over 31,000 team members, including registered dietitians and executive chefs, who work collaboratively to uphold the highest standards in the meals served. Morrison Healthcare values a culture of caring, fostering belonging, and creating meaningful moments that impact the lives of patients, caregivers, and communities.\n\nThe company is currently hiring full-time Food Unit Lead positions at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville, Tennessee. These roles offer a Monday through Friday schedule from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM, with pay rates ranging from $18.00 to $19.00 per hour. The Food Unit Lead position is a critical role focused on coordinating the activities of food-service employees and ensuring an enjoyable dining experience for customers, staff, and visitors. This role carries the rewarding responsibility of not only maintaining but exceeding company standards for food quality, presentation, sanitation, safety, and portion control. The Food Unit Lead also plays a vital leadership role by planning menus, overseeing meal service, managing employee training, assigning work, maintaining workflow efficiency, handling cash management, and ensuring compliance with sanitation and safety regulations.\n\nThis role requires at least two years of prior cooking experience, emphasizing the importance of culinary skills alongside leadership qualities. The position demands a proactive approach to customer service, including the ability to respond effectively to customer complaints both personally and through electronic communication. The Food Unit Lead will also be responsible for various administrative tasks such as inventory management, payroll record keeping, supply ordering, and preparing reports. The role represents an exceptional opportunity for candidates passionate about making a difference in healthcare food service, combining operational management with hands-on culinary involvement to support patient nutrition and overall well-being. \n\nJoining Morrison Healthcare means becoming part of an inclusive and supportive team that values diversity, equity, and equal opportunity for all applicants and associates. The company encourages ongoing development and offers comprehensive benefits for full-time and part-time positions, including retirement plans, health and wellness programs, insurance options, and flexible spending accounts. Morrison Healthcare strives to maintain a drug-free workplace and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding employment and workplace safety.