Nutrition Services Lead

Corewell Health • Royal Oak, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Corewell Health is seeking a Nutrition Services Lead to help deliver efficient, cost-effective food and nutritional services to patients, employees, and visitors. The role monitors service quality, makes decisions to address departmental concerns, and collaborates with team members to support continuity of service and a positive work environment.

The lead oversees food production in an assigned area, ensuring products meet quality standards and standardized recipes. The role directs and supports employees, coordinates staffing, and helps maintain safety, sanitation, and hospital compliance standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and communicate effectively in English.
• Three years of relevant experience as a Nutrition Services Leader in culinary or food production areas.
• ServSafe Handler certification from the National Restaurant Association, required within 90 days.
• ServSafe Manager certification from the National Restaurant Association, required within 90 days.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in a food service-related area.
• Two years of relevant experience in food service for patient and retail food service areas outside culinary or food production.
• One year of relevant management experience in patient and retail food service areas outside culinary or food production.
• One year of relevant experience with therapeutic diets in patient services areas.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the production of high-quality products using standardized recipes and provide input for menu development.
• Identify and address variances from established standards.
• Prioritize and direct employee activities in the assigned area.
• Prepare schedules and daily assignments, and coordinate with leadership to optimize staffing.
• Orient, train, and coach staff.
• Apply corporate and department policies consistently and equitably.
• Provide input into staff evaluations and discipline.
• Promote teamwork, address concerns, and mediate disputes with management assistance.
• Use hospital resources as necessary.
• Maintain safety and sanitation standards in the work area.
• Take remedial action as needed to address variances.
• Uphold and enforce policies and procedures, including those concerning safety, sanitation, and compliance.
• Ensure the assigned work area and employees meet hospital standards and are ready for surveys and inspections.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package supporting financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with offers on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more.
• Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED