Culinary Services Team Leader

2 weeks ago

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Spaulding Hospital-Boston & Cambridge(SRN,SRH,SHC) Full time
Overview

Responsible for the management of daily culinary operations, including kitchen, cafeteria, production, and catering services. Ensures that patient meals are prepared according to production requirements, portion standards, and IDDSI guidelines. Directly supervises Food Service Assistants to uphold exceptional sanitation, cleanliness, and safety standards.

Engages in quality assurance initiatives, which include conducting taste and temperature assessments, maintaining logs for refrigerator, tray line, and dish machine temperatures, and ensuring compliance with cleaning protocols by keeping completed documentation on file and performing regular inspections of the areas.

Primary Duties

  • Oversee food service processes during assigned shifts to achieve quality and efficiency objectives.
  • Monitor and maintain kitchen equipment in accordance with departmental standards.
  • Supervise sanitation and housekeeping services to comply with established regulations.
  • Direct and assess the patient tray line to ensure compliance with departmental criteria regarding portion sizes, presentation, quality, temperature, taste, and accuracy of trays.
  • Conduct rounds in the kitchen and cafeteria to enhance operational efficiency and provide staff support as necessary.
  • Ensure security measures are upheld during shifts.
  • Complete daily temperature logs.
  • Assist staff with technological needs, including mandatory training and maintaining current contact information.
  • Prepare periodic reports as directed by management.
  • Develop weekly work schedules to ensure sufficient staffing to meet departmental demands.
  • Design and deliver in-service training sessions for department personnel on a monthly basis or as required.
  • Monitor time clock data and complete payroll tasks on a weekly basis.
  • Guide, mentor, and support team members to meet performance goals.
  • Conduct annual performance reviews in line with organizational policies.
  • Delegate tasks to staff based on their skills, professional growth, and departmental needs.
  • Participate in additional departmental, organizational, or network activities as per established goals.
  • Adhere to the PCC Organizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.
Qualifications

Education

Required

  • High School Diploma or GED.
Preferred

  • Associate's Degree.
Experience

Preferred

  • At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory role within food services.
Skills

Required

  • Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.
  • Competent in computer usage, with a preference for Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new software.
Preferred

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly with diverse populations.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Proactive in identifying challenges and developing strategies to address them.
  • High standard of service delivery, demonstrating initiative and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Meticulous attention to detail.
Physical Requirements

Work Environment:

Activities

Time Allocation

None

- 25%

2- 50%

50 - 75%

Over 75%

Exposure to outdoor weather conditions

x

Extreme cold (non-weather)

x

Work at heights

x

Work in confined spaces

x

Risk of electrical shock

x

Risk of radiation exposure

x

Exposure to bloodborne pathogens

x

Flammable/explosive gases

x

Toxic/caustic chemicals

x

Dust or other irritants

x

Grease or oil

x

Hazardous specimens

x

Exposure to laboratory animals

x

Infectious/contagious diseases

x

Cleaning agents/chemicals

x

Hot equipment

x

Noisy equipment

x

Humid or wet conditions (non-weather)

x

Lifting/Carrying Requirements

No Lifting required

No Carrying required

Weight

Time Allocation

- 25%

2- 50%

50 - 75%

Over 75%

Up to 10 pounds

x

x

Up to 25 pounds

x

x

Up to 50 pounds

x

x

Up to 100 pounds

x

x

Over 100 pounds

x

x

Push/Pull Requirements

No Pushing required

No Pulling required

Weight

Time Allocation

- 25%

2- 50%

50 - 75%

Over 75%

Up to 10 pounds

x

x

Up to 25 pounds

x

x

Up to 50 pounds

x

x

Up to 100 pounds

x

x

Over 100 pounds

x

x

Physical Activity Requirements

Activity

Time Allocation

None

- 25%

2- 50%

50 - 75%

Over 75%

Standing

x

Walking

x

Sitting

x

Fine motor skills and tactile sense

x

Wrist movement

x

Data entry

x

Reaching

x

Climbing stairs

x

Climbing ladders or equipment

x

Driving/operating vehicles

x

Balancing

x

Bending, kneeling, crouching

x

Speaking

x

Hearing

x

Tasting

x

Smelling

x

Touching

x

Other

Vision Requirements

Vision Requirement

Always Required

Sometimes Required

Rarely Required

Close vision

x

Distance vision

x

Color vision

x

Peripheral vision

x

Depth perception

x

Ability to adjust focus

x

Other

Safety Equipment Used

Safety goggles

x

Gown

x

Filter lens (for welding/soldering)

Scrubs

Face shield

Boots

Ear protection

Hard hat

Surgical mask/dust mask

x

Coveralls

Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)

Gloves

x

Other

Noise Level

Very quiet

Quiet

Moderate

Loud

x

Very loud

EEO Statement

Spaulding Rehabilitation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.

We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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