Lead Food Service Worker

About the Role

The primary purpose of the Lead Food Service Worker (Sanitation) position is to coordinate, perform and monitor sanitation and safety functions within the department in an efficient and cost-effective manner.

What You’ll Do  

• Coordinates and monitors sanitary activities to maintain a clean and safe working environment in accordance with The Department of Health Regulations.
• Participates in scheduling of subordinates to provide adequate unit staffing.
• Assists in performance improvement plan development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of operational systems to meet department regulatory agency code standards.
• Monitors dress code compliance and maintains time and attendance records. Communicates any problems to management.
• Assists in training personnel; maintains appropriate records.
• Responsible for weekend coverage as the opening manager.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Two to three (2-3) years progressive work-related experience in a food service setting required.
• Completion of the 108-hour Dietetic Assistant Program required. National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation for ServSafe Protection Certification is required or must obtain ServSafe Protection Certificate within first 6 to 12 months of employment and maintain throughout employment.
• The ability to effectively communicate both in writing and verbally.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with a culturally diverse workforce.
• Able to anticipate and solve problems effectively and efficiently.

What We Offer

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is $ 18.04 – $ 19.10 per hour, in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.

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We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we’d love to meet you.