Trayline Supervisor at Forefront Healthcare & Culinary Services

Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Mar, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

13 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Culinary Leadership, Food Preparation, Customer Satisfaction, Dietary Knowledge, Food Safety, Team Supervision, Communication, Time Management, Sanitation Practices, Emergency Preparedness, Nutritional Standards, Portion Control, Flexibility, Compassion, Physical Endurance, Recipe Adherence

Industry

Facilities Services

Description

Company Description Forefront Healthcare is unique, experienced, and specialized in serving the continuum of care. With finely tailored, high-quality culinary and support services, Forefront helps its partners elevate the patient and resident experience. Job Description Are you a passionate culinary professional with leadership experience? Forefront is seeking a Trayline Supervisor to oversee our Trayline and Diningroom Service. In this role, you will assist a dedicated team, ensure high-quality meal preparation, and create a welcoming dining experience for our residents. If you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, value teamwork, and take pride in serving nutritious and delicious meals, we’d love to hear from you! Benefits Offered: -Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Provided Life Insurance, and 401K w/Company Match! -Vacation, Sick Leave, and 6 Paid Holidays! (FT only) -Employee Assistance Program! Pay Range: $18.00-$20.00/hr. Position Summary The Trayline Supervisor ensures the smooth operation of the Trayline and Dining Room Service in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, regulations, and facility policies. This role is critical in providing high-quality meals to residents, maintaining dietary standards, and fostering a safe and supportive environment for both residents and staff. The Trayline Supervisor will oversee culinary staff, and ensure that all food is prepared and served according to established guidelines. Essential Job Functions Coordinate food preparation and meal service, ensuring that the nutritional needs and dietary restrictions of senior residents are met. Ensure customer satisfaction. Supervise and direct culinary staff, filling positions as necessary, and ensuring that staffing levels are adequate during all shifts. Ensure that portion sizes, recipes, and menu plans are followed to meet both nutritional and resident satisfaction standards. Monitor the temperature of hot and cold foods throughout preparation and service to ensure safety and compliance with food safety regulations. In the absence of the Chef assist with food product inspections, receiving deliveries, and ensuring proper storage of supplies and food products. Lead culinary staff in the absence of the Chef ensuring that all tasks are completed according to plan and that food safety standards are upheld. Maintain knowledge of all relevant federal, state, and facility-specific rules, regulations, and policies to ensure a safe dining environment for residents. Understand and follow the facility's fire and disaster plans, ensuring culinary staff is well-prepared for emergencies. Support other culinary-related duties as assigned by the Chef. Qualifications `Qualifications At least two (2) years of food service experience, preferably in a senior living or healthcare setting. Strong knowledge of quantity food preparation, special diets, and portion control in a senior living or healthcare environment. Ability to read, understand, and follow recipes, diet orders, and work assignments. Must have the flexibility to work hours outside the regular schedule, including in emergency situations or to cover staff absences. Patient, compassionate, and able to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff. Ability to handle the physical demands of the job, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, standing for extended periods, and working with cleaning chemicals. Education Requirement High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Additional education in quantity cooking or therapeutic diets is a plus. ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification (must be obtained within 90 days) Competencies Customer Service Oriented: Ability to interact with residents and families in a warm, friendly, and professional manner. Basic Food Preparation Knowledge: Understanding of senior nutrition and the ability to prepare and serve meals according to dietary needs. Sanitation and Safety Practices: Adherence to food safety standards and sanitation protocols. Thoroughness: Ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and to the highest standard. Time Management: Efficiently managing time to meet meal deadlines and service schedules. Physical Demands The Trayline Supervisor is required to stand and walk for long periods and must be able to bend, stoop, reach, lift, and carry food products, supplies, and equipment. Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of 50 pounds. Must be able to work with chemicals/cleaning agents and be able to adapt to the physical demands of the senior living environment. Additional Information Forefront Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities

The Trayline Supervisor oversees the Trayline and Dining Room Service, ensuring high-quality meal preparation and a welcoming dining experience for residents. This role includes supervising culinary staff and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.