Host/Hostess -Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center - PT 6AM-7:30PM

The hiring establishment is a well-established healthcare food service provider that specializes in delivering high-quality dining, catering, and patient services within hospital and nursing home settings. This organization is committed to ensuring excellent food service operations that prioritize sanitation, safety, and customer satisfaction. As a company deeply rooted in the healthcare sector, the focus is on maintaining the highest standards while fostering a collaborative team environment and supporting diversity and integrity among all employees. The team leads and staff work together to provide nutritious meals, efficient service, and a welcoming atmosphere for patients, staff, and visitors alike.

The position available is that of Food Service Associate II (FSA II), a critical leadership role within the food service department. This role involves performing and overseeing a variety of duties related to dining room and catering services, including the preparation and serving of food, management of salad bars, sandwich bars, dessert areas, and ensuring proper cash handling by cashiers. The FSA II serves as a team leader for Food Service Associates (FSAs), ensuring high departmental standards are consistently met through effective leadership, fostering teamwork, and creating a respectful work environment. This position demands a person who can act as a role model by maintaining department protocols and policies while demonstrating excellent communication skills and a hands-on approach to problem solving. The FSA II must be adept at multitasking, managing time efficiently, and driving the team to meet deadlines without compromising safety or quality. Being certified in Food Service Sanitation within the first three months is a key requirement, emphasizing the company’s commitment to health and safety. Additionally, the role requires physical stamina, including the ability to lift between 10 to 60 pounds with assistance for heavier loads, and the capacity to work standing, stooping, or bending for extended periods. The Food Service Associate II also takes responsibility for monitoring sanitation levels, food portions, equipment use, and overall customer satisfaction within the assigned service areas. This position offers an opportunity for candidates to contribute to a meaningful mission, be part of a supportive and diverse team, and develop leadership skills in a dynamic healthcare food service environment. The employment type is likely full-time, aligned with the operational hours typical for hospital food service, with salary and benefits packages competitive for this industry sector but not explicitly stated in the available information.