Culinary Services Lead

Schedule

100% FTE, day shift. Scheduled shifts are 9:00 am–7:30 pm, Sunday‑Wednesday. Some holidays required. Hours may vary based on the needs of the department.

Responsibilities

• Provide exemplary customer service while working with patients, visitors, and other staff members.
• Follow all UW Health guidelines and policies regarding food safety and sanitation.
• Train and orient new staff members.
• Act as an effective leader for the Culinary Services Department and the organization.
• Problem‑solve on the spot, delegate tasks to team members, and manage workflows.
• Coach staff while adapting to different learning styles.

Qualifications

• No minimum education required; high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Associate's Degree in Culinary, Hospitality, or Nutrition preferred.
• 3 years food service, hospitality, or customer service experience preferred.
• 6 months leadership experience required.
• ServSafe Certification within 180 days required.

Compensation

• Evening or night shift differential may be included.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement plans.
• Two‑week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Full‑time benefits for part‑time work.
• Flexible schedule options to support work‑life balance.
• Access to UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department resources (emotional, financial, physical well‑being).
• Tuition benefits eligibility for career‑advancement coursework.