Food & Nutrition Team Lead — Frontline Coach

Indiana University Health System; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health System in Carmel, IN is seeking a Food Service Supervisor to provide non-supervisory leadership and frontline support to the Nutrition Services team. You will coordinate daily task assignments, assist training, ensure supplies and equipment readiness, and model quality, safety, and accountability in a fast-paced hospital kitchen.

The role requires 3–5 years of relevant experience, ServSafe Manager Certification within 6 months, ability to operate kitchen equipment,

Qualifications

• Requires 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Requires ServSafe Manager Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Requires ability to operate kitchen equipment.
• Requires basic computer skills.
• Must wear protective equipment as required by environment/regulations.
• Requires adherence to local health regulations and safety requirements.
• Requires ability to climb ladders.

Responsibilities

• Provides non-supervisory leadership and frontline support to Food and Nutrition team members.
• Assists 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.
• Acts as a role model for quality, safety, and accountability, supporting a positive team culture and the consistent execution of departmental policies and procedures.
• Assists in coordinating daily work assignments and coverage plans to ensure consistent service delivery.
• Leads or supports team huddles, shift briefings, and ongoing communication across the Food and Nutrition Services team.
• Participates in inventory management, supply readiness, and organization of equipment or materials.
• Serves 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

Team leadership

Quality checks

Safety compliance

Communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Manager Certification

Job description

Indiana University Health System in Carmel, IN is seeking a Food Service Supervisor to provide non-supervisory leadership and frontline support to the Nutrition Services team. You will coordinate daily task assignments, assist training, ensure supplies and equipment readiness, and model quality, safety, and accountability in a fast-paced hospital kitchen.

The role requires 3–5 years of relevant experience, ServSafe Manager Certification within 6 months, ability to operate kitchen equipment,