Evening Food & Nutrition Team Lead

Indiana University Health System; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health System is seeking a non-supervisory leader for the Food and Nutrition team at IU Health Methodist Hospital. The role supports daily task assignments, onboarding, and ensures supplies and equipment readiness while coaching peers for quality and safety.

The position requires 3-5 years of relevant experience, ServSafe Manager Certification within six months, ability to operate kitchen equipment, basic computer skills, and adherence to health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience is preferred.
• 3-5 years of relevant food service experience.
• ServSafe Manager Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be able to wear protective equipment/clothing required by the environment or government regulations.
• Requires adherence to local health regulations and safety requirements to produce safe food for consumption.
• Requires the ability to climb ladders.
• Physical requirements to include: reaching, standing for long periods of time, squatting, bending, carrying and/or lifting supplies and equipment weighing 35 lbs. or more, up to 80% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-supervisory leadership and frontline support to the Food and Nutrition team.
• Assist with coordinating daily task assignments, training and onboarding new team members, ensuring readiness of supplies and equipment, and supporting performance standards through quality checks and peer coaching.
• Lead or support team huddles, shift briefings, and ongoing communication across the Food and Nutrition Services team.
• Participate in inventory management, supply readiness, and organization of equipment or materials.
• Serve as a peer role model in high-pressure, complex, or sensitive care areas, demonstrating professionalism and attention to detail.
• Conducts quality checks and performance audits and supports correction of issues in real time and escalates concerns when necessary.

Skills

Leadership (non-supervisory)

Food service experience

Basic computer skills

Kitchen equipment operation

Protective equipment use

Education

High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience

Job description

Indiana University Health System is seeking a non-supervisory leader for the Food and Nutrition team at IU Health Methodist Hospital. The role supports daily task assignments, onboarding, and ensures supplies and equipment readiness while coaching peers for quality and safety.

The position requires 3-5 years of relevant experience, ServSafe Manager Certification within six months, ability to operate kitchen equipment, basic computer skills, and adherence to health and safety regulations.