Team Leader/Food Services

Rush Copley Medical Center is a renowned healthcare institution known for delivering exceptional medical services and patient care. As a part of the Rush enterprise, this medical center operates with a commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and a patient-first approach. The hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and staffed with skilled professionals dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of the community it serves. Located in a convenient region, Rush Copley Medical Center incorporates a wide range of departments, including an advanced dietary service division that plays a vital role in patient nutrition and satisfaction. This center is not only a hub for medical treatment but also an inclusive workplace that values employee development, offering competitive compensation and benefits.

The position available is a full-time role in the Dietary department at Rush Copley Medical Center with a working schedule of first shift hours from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. This role is essential in ensuring prompt and quality food service to all employees, visitors, and guests in a hospital setting. The salary for this position ranges from $15.00 to $22.50 per hour, reflective of the candidate's education, experience, skills, and alignment with internal equity and prevailing industry standards.

The role emphasizes the importance of food safety, sanitation, and customer service, requiring the successful candidate to provide efficient service while maintaining cleanliness and adhering to health regulations such as those outlined by Sodexo HACCP policies. Responsibilities include managing dishware cleanliness, operating dish machines, handling kitchen trash, and ensuring all food service areas meet high sanitary standards. The candidate must be comfortable working in a fast-paced hospital environment and capable of communicating effectively in English. This job requires physical stamina with duties involving significant standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 40 pounds, and working under moderate to loud noise levels.

Ideal candidates should possess prior food service experience, with a preference for certifications such as Food Handler, ServSafe, or an Illinois Department of Public Health license, which must be obtained within 30 days of employment if not already held. Candidates must also have strong professional ethics, maintain a positive attitude, and be able to interact respectfully with coworkers, supervisors, and clients. Computer literacy is expected for completing designated training and tasks. The role supports a culture of safety through active participation in safety meetings and adherence to risk management policies.

Rush Copley Medical Center offers valuable benefits to employees including free membership to an on-campus fitness center and a 401k retirement plan with employee match, underscoring its commitment to supporting the health, wellness, and financial security of its workforce. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute positively to patient care environments while advancing one’s career within a respected healthcare institution. Employees are expected to comply with hospital dress codes, maintain punctuality, and work flexibly according to operational needs, including potential evening, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Overall, this job is a critical component in the overall patient experience at Rush Copley Medical Center, providing nourishing meals and maintaining a sanitary environment that supports the healing and wellbeing of patients and staff alike. The position blends practical food service skills with a professional work ethic in a vibrant hospital setting, making it ideal for individuals seeking stable healthcare employment with opportunities for growth and development.