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Culinary Services Lead

UW Health
Madison, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/28/2026
Job Description

Work Schedule:

100% FTE, Days/Evenings. Hours are 11:00 am to 7:30 pm Monday through Friday. Some holidays will be required. You will work at the University Hospital in Madison, WI.

Be part of something remarkable

Reimagining health care – you will help transform the patient experience. The ideal person will be a critical thinker, able to problem solve on the spot while delegating tasks to team members and managing workflows. Excellent time management and communication skills are a must! This position also helps train staff, so the ability to coach while adapting to others' learning styles is key.

We are seeking a Culinary Services Lead to:

  • 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.

Additional components of compensation may include:

  • Evening or night shift differential

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 UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
  • Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent Required
  • Associate's Degree in Culinary, Hospitality, or Nutrition Preferred

Work Experience

  • 3 years food service, hospitality, or customer service experience Required
  • 6 months leadership experience Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

  • ServSafe Certification within 180 Days Required

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through 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. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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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