Food Service Assistant Lead - Patient Food Services

1201 Northwest Community Hospital; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift pay (premium)

Annual raises

Career growth opportunities

Medical, dental, vision

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Wellness program

Retirement options

Paid time off

Job summary

Endeavor Health is hiring a Food Service Assistant Lead in Arlington Heights, IL. This full-time role oversees meal preparation, serving, and sanitation, reporting to the Tray-line Supervisor. The position requires supervisory experience and English proficiency, with competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

You will train and evaluate staff, ensure QA standards, and coordinate education materials while maintaining equipment and schedules in a hospital kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• English reading, writing and speaking required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of supervisory food service experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills for training and supervising staff.

Responsibilities

• Directs meal preparation and serving under the Tray-line Supervisor, ensuring QA standards.
• Supervises Diet Aides and Sanitation Specialists in meal service.
• Trains and evaluates employees.
• Documents QA and QC standards in the computer system.
• Maintains sanitation procedures per hospital policy.
• Coordinates in-service education materials.
• Maintains kitchen equipment and schedules repairs.
• Manages employee schedule and coverage.
• Follows safety standards to protect patients and staff.
• Attends mandatory in-service programs.
• Adheres to Guest Relations policies.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $18.68 - $26.15 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights: Sign on bonus: None

Position: Food Service Assistant Lead

Location: Arlington Heights, IL

Full Time, 40 hours

Hours: M-F, Sat & Sun 5:30am-2pm, 11am-7:30pm, 12pm-8:30pm

Required Travel: None

What you will do:

• Reporting to the Tray-line Supervisor, directs the preparation and serving of meals; maintains Continuous Quality Improvement Standards; oversees sanitation of work areas; supervises and evaluates employees.
• Supervises Diet Aides and Sanitation Specialists in preparing for and serving meals.
• Assists in the training and evaluation of employees.
• Documents Continuous Quality Improvement and Quality Control Standards in the computer; ensures adherence to standards.
• Oversees sanitation procedures for Diet Aides and Sanitation Specialists; adheres to hospital and departmental sanitation regulations.
• Assists in coordinating and presenting in-service continuing education material.
• Maintains kitchen equipment; requests preventative and emergency repairs; documents accordingly.
• Maintains employee schedule; replaces absent employees as needed on a daily or weekly basis.
• Adheres to departmental and hospital safety standards in order to maintain a safe patient care and working environment.
• Attends mandatory in-service programs.
• Adheres to the hospital's Guest Relations policy.

What you will need:

• Education: The level of knowledge normally obtained through the completion of four years of high school, or equivalent.
• Experience: Food sanitation experience.
• One year of supervisory food service experience.
• Unique or Preferred Skills: The interpersonal skills necessary to train and supervise departmental employees.
• The ability to read, write, and speak in English.

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program
• Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

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Welcome to Endeavor Health Careers At Endeavor Health, we believe every role plays an important part in advancing our mission to help everyone in our communities be their best. Whether you’re just beginning your career journey or are a seasoned professional, you’ll find opportunities here to learn, grow, and thrive. Your Career is our Endeavor.