Food Service - Production Coordinator/Sous ChefRequisition ID2023-47548OverviewThe Production Coordinator is responsible for managing the activities of the Production area including all phases of food production, distribution and service. Primary responsibilities include: accountability for performance effectiveness of all personnel; monitoring for quality food preparation, maintenance of customer relations; requisitioning of food and non-food supplies from storeroom, maintenance of sanitation and safety standards in the main kitchen; equipment maintenance; employee training and food service.Why Nationwide Children's Hospital?The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children's Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose.Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission.We're 14,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we'll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere.Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children's badge what they do for a living. They'll tell you it's More Than a Job. It's a calling. It's a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere.Nationwide Children's Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.Responsibilities* Monitors the daily performance of all nutrition services workers in the main production area and assures conformance to established job standards.* Fills in for production personnel as needed and able to assume all principal duties and responsibilities assigned to those positions.* Assists the Production Manager as needed, will organize the production schedule for the best utilization of time, taking into consideration who is best for any preparation method.* Evaluates the job performance of food service employees and production personnel. Interview and recommends Food service workers for hire. Conducts disciplinary action and recommend termination when necessary.* Prepares excess hours reports and summary reports for excess hours and overtime.* Within the scope of the operation, will be responsible for initiating projects and programs to insure the most effective use of personnel, equipment and food/supplies.* Communicates operational charges, such as menu and food over production, to appropriate personnel and supervisor replacement when necessary.* Evaluates the equipment needs of the operation. Initiates equipment maintenance and repairs, and recommends replacement when necessary.* Ensures timely service of food to employees and patrons.* Communicates with the Production Manager to assure quality products are prepared and the production needs of the operation are adequate. Supervisors will have knowledge of quality standards of food production, garnishing, food merchandising and displays.* Evaluates menu items, judges product acceptability, and makes recommendations for menu changes when necessary based on sales.* Establishes and directs on-going sanitation program and cleaning schedules in accordance with departmental policies.* Maintains an active role in the