Hospital Kitchen Supervisor - Patient Meals & Service

UAB Medical West Hospital; McCalla (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

UAB Medical West Hospital is seeking a Supervisor in Food and Nutrition Services to oversee kitchen and cafeteria staff, ensuring timely delivery of meals to patients and staff. You will manage tray-line setup, monitor food preparation, and enforce sanitation protocols to meet hospital standards.

Two years of food service experience with supervisory background is preferred; a Certified Food Handler Card within 21 days and ServSafe certification are desired.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years food service experience required; supervisory experience preferred.
• Certified Food Handler Card within 21 days of employment.
• ServSafe Certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises patient tray line activities and ensures proper setup and timely delivery of trays.
• Monitors food preparation across all service areas using proper handling techniques.
• Reviews patient census to adjust production needs and maintains cafeteria stock.
• Updates sanitation schedules and adheres to infection control policies.
• Enforces staffing schedules and proper cafeteria operations, including cash handling.

Skills

Food service supervision

Staff scheduling

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

UAB Medical West Hospital is seeking a Supervisor in Food and Nutrition Services to oversee kitchen and cafeteria staff, ensuring timely delivery of meals to patients and staff. You will manage tray-line setup, monitor food preparation, and enforce sanitation protocols to meet hospital standards.

Two years of food service experience with supervisory background is preferred; a Certified Food Handler Card within 21 days and ServSafe certification are desired.