PRTF- Food and Nutritional Services Manager

Acadia Healthcare • Pontotoc, MS

22h

About The Position

Manage the daily operations of department(s) that prepare and serve food and beverages. The role oversees food purchasing, planning, preparation, and service; maintains sanitary standards in preparation, kitchen, serving, and dining areas; and coordinates with a dietitian or clinical leadership to plan varied, nutritionally balanced, appetizing menus. The manager also leads department staff and supports effective and efficient operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Food Service Management, Human Nutrition, or a related field.
• Four or more years of experience in a food services role.
• At least two years of supervisory experience in food services.
• ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state and facility.
• Completion of the required coursework and a passing examination score for Certified Dietary Manager, or active pursuit of the license or certification, where required by the state and facility.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, or direct purchasing, food planning, preparation, and serving.
• Maintain sanitary standards in food preparation areas, the kitchen, and serving and dining areas.
• Coordinate with a dietitian or clinical leadership to plan varied, nutritionally balanced, and appetizing menus.
• Review and plan menus and prepare projected menu plans.
• Interpret recipes and modified diet plans, and ensure proper portion control in accordance with approved policy or clinical direction.
• Manage staff, including hiring, development, training, performance management, and communication.
• Analyze food costs and assist with departmental budget issues.
• Orient, train, and coach team members on operational guidelines and organizational policies and procedures.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager