Supervisor Culinary Services

Work Schedule:
100% FTE, days/weekends. Early morning start times Monday through Friday with occasional weekends based on operational needs. You will work at the University Hospital in Madison, WI.

Be part of something remarkable

Bring your passion for quality food production, nutrition, and a positive guest experience to the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Culinary Services Supervisor to:

• Oversee daily operations of the food production team, ensuring high standards of culinary excellence, food safety, and sanitation while delivering standout meals.
• Demonstrate strong culinary expertise and a passion for creating exceptional food, serving as a handson leader who models quality and consistency.
• Coach and mentor team members to build skills, support growth, and maintain a positive, collaborative kitchen environment.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts or related field. Equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Required
• Bachelor's Degree with emphasis on Food Service, Nutrition, Dietetics, Business, or related field Required

Work Experience

• 3 years of experience leading or supervising in a multifaceted food service operation which would include some aspects of food production, patient meals, catering, and/or retail food service. Required
• 5 years of experience supervising or managing multifaceted hospital food service operations which would include some aspects of food production, patient meals, catering, and/or retail food service Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• ServSafe Certified Food Manager Certification within 6 months Required
• CDM (Certified Dietary Manager) or DTR (Dietetic Technician Registered) Preferred

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives, and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

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