FOOD UNIT LEAD (FULL TIME)

Restaurant Associates FOOD UNIT LEAD Location: US Senate - 2nd and D Street Southwest, Washington, DC 20515. Note: online applications accepted only. Schedule: Full time; Days may vary, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. More details upon interview. Requirement: Previous lead, customer service, and cash handling experience is required. Fixed Pay Rate: $27.00 per hour. Job Summary Coordinates activities of other food‑service employees. Creates an enjoyable dining experience for customers, staff and visitors. Responsibilities Provides quality customer service by providing one‑on‑one attention to detail. Oversees and participates in the preparation and service of food and beverage items in accordance with company standards for presentation, sanitation, safety and portion control. Helps plan menus. Ensures timely, efficient meal service; supervises serving of meals. Responds to customer complaints in person at the time of the complaint and via email for electronic complaints. Trains employees; assigns and coordinates work of employees to promote efficiency and excellence in food and service. Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules and expedites workflow. Uses proper systems for completion of required daily/weekly/monthly reports such as inventory‑cash reports‑production records, payroll and time‑keeping. Responsible for proper cash handling as established by the Food Accounting Manual (deposits - petty cash - change funds). Orders food and other necessary supplies from approved sources or purveyors. Directs and participates in the overall sanitation and safety of the facility and employees in accordance with company standards and government regulations. Develops sanitation schedule and ensures food‑service employees adhere to the schedule for cleaning of kitchen and dining area and washing of kitchen utensils and equipment. Issues written and oral instructions. Help select and orient employees; oversees staff training in areas of responsibility. Performs other duties as assigned. Associates receive a range of benefits to support health, security and well‑being. Benefits Retirement Plan Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/AD Disability Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Safety and operational policies: use medium‑weight cut gloves when handling knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning slicers; use oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans; wear slip‑resistant shoes and practice proper lifting techniques. All positions must adhere to company policies and approved procedures regarding sanitation, safety and equipment use. Background screening may be required for certain positions. Details available at Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. The company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly based on their abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other classification protected by law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr