Food Service Shift Lead
- LocationHealth System Shared Services
- Work typeOn-site
- EmploymentFull-time
- Posted4 November 2026
- SourceOhio State University's careers page (Workday)
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- Experience1 to 3 years
- Skills and toolsWorkday
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About the role
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Job Title:
Food Service Shift Lead
Department:
East | Food and Nutrition
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and direct daily operations in assigned areas.
- Under supervision of the Nutrition Services Assistant/Associate Director, ensure timely service that meets standards.
- Supervise, coordinate, and participate in activities of nutrition aides, sales assistants, and kitchen personnel.
- Build partnerships with other departments.
- Lead and train service staff in patient care and retail cafes.
- Enforce quality standards.
- Requisition food and food-related products.
- Manage sanitation plan where applicable and assist with policy/procedure development.
- Act as a frontline supervisor, supporting operations and optimizing labor efficiency.
- Integrate functions within areas and across the department.
Minimum Education Required:
- Per Classified Civil Service specifications or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Qualifications:
- Training and Experience:
- 600 hours of training in the operation of kitchen equipment (or 6 months of experience).
- 600 hours of training in food preparation (or 6 months of experience).
- 6 courses in supervision (or 6 months of experience).
- 6 courses in food management (or 6 months of experience).
- 1 course in budgeting (or 1 month of experience).
- 1 course in bookkeeping (or 1 month of experience).
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Preferred:
- 1-3 years of management experience.
Additional Information:
Location:
Ackerman Rd, 660 (0242)
Position Type:
Regular
Scheduled Hours:
40
Shift:
First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
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