Nutrition Services Manager

Encompass Health • Kingsport, TN

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About The Position

The Nutrition Services Manager leads the coordination and direction of the Nutrition Services Department, overseeing nutritional support for patients, employees, and guests. The role establishes and implements policies and procedures guiding cafeteria management, food preparation, budgeting, purchasing, staff development, and safety practices. The manager oversees food purchasing, receiving, inventory, food quality and portioning, sanitation, staffing, and coordinated meal and cafeteria production.

Requirements

• Have thorough knowledge of nutrition and dietetics, administration, and hospital food-service operations.
• Have knowledge of all H.A.C.C.P. guidelines.
• Have three years of supervisory experience in food service, preferably in healthcare.
• Demonstrate strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills, and the ability to work independently.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of an associate degree program in food service.
• Certified Dietary Manager or Dietetic Technician registration with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, if required by the state or regulatory agency.
• Active membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, if mandated by the state or regulatory agency.

Responsibilities

• Manage the departmental budget as it relates to the position.
• Perform and document purchasing, receiving, and inventory control of food and supplies.
• Maintain proper sanitation, temperature, and food-handling practices to comply with regulations.
• Determine the required quality, quantity, and portion size of food and ensure proper food handling.
• Ensure adequate staffing and manage department employees.
• Coordinate production of patient meals and cafeteria-line meals.
• Develop the cafeteria menu as needed.
• Purchase food and assist with and assign duties for special needs or special occasions.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Paid time off that accrues over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities.
• Company-matching 401(k).
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed