Manager - Patient Food Service

Department: Dietary • Location: Chicago, IL

About the role

Oversees the daily operations of hospital patient foodservice functions in collaboration with the Director or General Manager. Ensures services such as meal delivery, order taking, and related functions meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and patient satisfaction. The role ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, manages staff performance, and serves as a liaison between patients, clinical staff, and the food and nutrition team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of hospital patient foodservice functions.
• Ensure meal delivery, order taking, and related services meet quality and safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Manage staff performance.
• Serve as a liaison between patients, clinical staff, and the food and nutrition team.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality or nutrition preferred.
• Food Safety Certification from an accredited organization (required upon hire and maintained current).
• Two (2) years experience in food service operations.
• Ability to use a PC.
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) or Dietetic Technician Registered (DTR) preferred.
• County-specific Food Handlers certification (required upon hire and maintained current).

Pay

A reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $66,164.80 to $95,804.80 annually. The exact starting compensation will be determined based on factors such as skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials, and licensure.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• 401K retirement plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Voluntary benefit options (e.g., additional programs for individual growth and well-being).

Schedule

Full-time, variable shift (mornings and evenings).