Manager, Food Services

Lifepoint Health • Madison, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Your experience matters. UW Health Rehabilitation Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Manager, Food Services joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian (RD); Registered Dietetic Technician (DTR); Certified Dietary Manager (CDM); or Associate degree or higher in food service/restaurant management.
• Food Protection Manager certification from an ANSI-CFP program (e.g., ServSafe®).
• Budgeting and financial reporting
• Labor and schedule management
• Purchasing and vendor relations
• Inventory control and proper storage/labeling
• Sanitation and safety auditing
• Regulatory knowledge
• Strong communication and organization
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Professional, tactful interactions with coworkers, physicians, and patients.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing food services in a healthcare setting (acute care or skilled nursing) highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages Food & Nutrition Services operations to deliver safe, high-quality meal service in compliance with company policies and federal, state, and local regulations.
• Oversees budgeting, labor and scheduling, purchasing, inventory, sanitation, and required reporting to support efficient department performance.
• Manage the department in accordance with company policies, procedures, standards, and applicable regulations.
• Manage the departmental budget through oversight of operating expenses and labor.
• Oversee department financials and complete required monthly reporting.
• Develop and/or supervise staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage within budgeted FTEs.
• Perform or oversee ordering and receipt of food, supplies, and equipment from approved vendors to maintain adequate stock.
• Oversee stocking and inventory of food and supplies, ensuring proper storage and labeling.
• Monitor kitchen quality and safety: conduct routine quality checks, spot-check logs for accuracy, and complete weekly safety/sanitation audits.
• Collaborates with leadership and interdisciplinary partners to align service levels with patient and facility needs.
• Maintains documentation to support audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance.
• Supports staff training, coaching, and competency in safe food handling and departmental procedures.

Benefits

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree