Lead, Food & Nutrition Services - Encinitas
About The Position
This is a full-time position located at our Scripps Memorial campus in Encinitas. Must be available to work a varied shift (start time will be dependent upon the department's need and will include both morning and evening shifts) and varied schedule including Sundays. Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide. Why join Scripps Health? At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered, and your abilities are appreciated: Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years. Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2025. Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications. Beckers Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2024 list of 150 top places to work in health care. We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career. Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.
Requirements
- One year experience in food and nutrition services
- Must be able to speak, read, and write English
- ServSafe Manager Food Protection Certification
Nice To Haves
- One year of leadership experience in food service industry
- Experience in healthcare food operations including diet office functions
- Experience in kitchen sanitation operations
- Associate Degree in related field or Certified Dietary Manager
Responsibilities
- Oversight of staff to ensure tasks are completed appropriately.
- Person in charge on weekends and when the supervisor is unavailable.
- Provide leadership and coordination in the following Food Service operational systems: safe food handling, volume food production, menu development and modification, meal assembly and portion control, inventory management, food service equipment operations, customer service, human resources management, financial performance, infection control/sanitation and overall department function.
- Participates in the planning, coordination, preparation and volume production of meals for patients, cafeteria, and catering/special events.
- Complies with JCAHO, Title XXII and other regulations.
Benefits
- Transitional and professional development programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
