ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR I - Houston, TX
About The Position
The Associate Director of Food and Nutritional Services assists with the successful operation of Food & Nutrition Services in an acute care hospital. The role supports responsibility for foodservice-related activities, including patient care, retail, cafeteria and catering services, quality improvement, sanitation, infection control, and other hospital-related activities. This leadership opportunity is suited to an energetic, entrepreneurial manager seeking improved ways to conduct business. The Associate Director assists in ensuring client and customer satisfaction and efficient, cost-effective management. The position directs and conducts safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs; maintains relationships with patients, the Client, and other hospital departments; promotes team members’ professional growth and development; fosters strong interdepartmental relations; and integrates the foodservice department with the facility’s plan of operations.
Requirements
- B.S. degree in Food Services Technology/Management or a related field, or an A.A. degree plus three years of directly related experience.
- Certified Dietary Manager certificate or Registered Dietitian.
- One to three years of hospital or adult home/care experience, depending on formal degree or training.
- Three to five years of direct foodservice operational management experience, with inventory and purchasing knowledge and control.
- Strong knowledge of food and catering trends, with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
- Strong supervisory, leadership, management, and coaching skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent financial, budgetary, accounting, and computational skills.
- Proficient computer skills.
- ServSafe® Certified.
Nice To Haves
- Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed service experience is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the successful operation of Food & Nutrition Services in an acute care hospital.
- Assist with foodservice-related activities, including patient care, retail, cafeteria, catering, quality improvement, sanitation, infection control, and other hospital-related activities.
- Assist in ensuring client and customer satisfaction and efficient, cost-effective management.
- Direct and conduct safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs.
- Maintain excellent relationships with patients, the Client, and other hospital departments.
- Promote the professional growth and development of the team.
- Foster strong interdepartmental relations and integrate the foodservice department with the facility plan of operations.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Flexible Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Personal Leave
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- May be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
