Lead/ Cafeteria Assistant at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

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you ready to make a difference? Choose to work for one of the most

trusted companies in Kansas.

You Belong At Blue

• Why Join Us?
• Make a Positive Impact: Your work will directly contribute to

the health and well-being of Kansans.

• Family Comes First : Total rewards package that promotes the

idea of family first for all employees. Paid vacation and sick leave

with paid maternity and paternity available immediately upon hire

• Professional Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with

ongoing training and development programs.

• Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate with a team of passionate

and driven individuals in a work environment that promotes

flexibility.

• Trust and Stability: Work for one of the most trusted companies

in Kansas with over 80 years of commitment, compassion and

community.

• Inclusive Work Environment: We pride ourselves on fostering a

workplace where everyone is valued and respected.

Benefits & Perks

• Base compensation is only one component of your competitive Total

• Incentive pay program (EPIP)
• Health/Vision/Dental insurance
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers
• Fertility/Adoption assistance
• 2 weeks paid caregiver leave
• 401(k) plan matching up to 5%
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources

We are seeking an experienced and motivated

Lead Cafeteria Assistant to oversee daily kitchen operations, prepare nutritious and appealing

meals, and ensure a safe, clean, and efficient food service environment.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for food service, leadership

experience in a commercial or institutional kitchen, and a commitment to

high standards of food quality, safety, and customer service.

"This position is eligible to work onsite at our Topeka campus.

Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate

as a condition of employment."

Hours are Monday- Friday 6:00 am- 2:30 p.m

What you'll do

Responsibilities: Responsibilities:

• Lead processes and provide direction for kitchen staff, including

• Plan and prepare daily meals in accordance with nutritional

• Ensure all food is prepared, cooked, and served in a timely and

• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering and receiving food

• Train and mentor kitchen staff in food preparation techniques,

• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen and serving area, adhering to

• Assist with menu planning and recipe development as needed.
• Coordinate with supervisors to ensure meal schedules and service

• Perform routine checks on kitchen equipment and report maintenance

• Ensure compliance with all food safety standards, including HACCP

• Delegate tasks to the cooks and servers in their assigned areas.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Knowledgeable of portioning and scaling recipes.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-service orientation.
• Well versed in cooking methods, i.e. charbroiling, roasting, frying,

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary sch ol or

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a high-volume food service

required.

• Valid food handler's certification preferred (ServSafe or

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Subject to exposure of extreme temperatures; walk-in freezer,

Compensation

\$20.96- \$26.20

Non- Exempt Grade 11**

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive

compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team

members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate,

it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All

offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair,

equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the

individual's skills, education, experience, and trai