Lead Cook

University Health System in San Antonio is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality medical and patient services. As a major healthcare establishment, it operates multiple facilities, including patient-care units and commercial cafeterias, ensuring comprehensive support for both medical staff and visitors. The System is committed to excellence in healthcare and food service operations, maintaining strict adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, as well as institutional policies. Their food service operations play a critical role in supporting patient care and staff wellbeing by providing nutritious, safe, and timely meals in a professional environment. The work environment reflects a collaborative culture focused on quality outcomes and customer satisfaction. This employment opportunity is full time with rotating shifts and is based at the University Health cafeteria in San Antonio.

The role of Food Production and Cooking Assistant is pivotal in maintaining the highest standards of food service quality within University Health System. This position involves assisting with all daily food preparation and cooking tasks at various service stations. Responsibilities include complying with all safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations while preparing nutritious meals for patients and the commercial cafeteria. The role demands commitment to food safety and proper resource management, requiring the individual to handle foods, supplies, and equipment responsibly. The person in this role must help ensure that the food service operation achieves its daily production targets with accuracy and efficiency, supporting a smooth and timely service delivery.

Additionally, the candidate will demonstrate leadership by motivating and coaching team members, providing constructive feedback, and helping maintain a positive work culture and excellent guest relations. The assistant will be tasked with ensuring compliance with University Health System policy and all regulatory standards to safeguard a safe and hygienic food service environment. This position requires the ability to meet demanding schedules and work under pressure while delivering consistent, high-quality food production services. Previous experience in similar healthcare or multi-site food production settings, particularly large facilities, is preferred. Proficiency with computer applications related to inventory, ordering, and documentation enhances operational efficiency. Maintaining ServeSafe certification is also mandatory to support compliance with food safety standards. Overall, this role offers an important opportunity for professionals dedicated to excellence in culinary operations within a prestigious healthcare system.