Nutrition Services Manager

About the role

As the Nutrition Services Manager at Encompass Health, you will lead the coordination and direction of our Nutrition Services Department, overseeing nutritional support for patients, employees, and guests.

Responsibilities

• Set and implement policies and procedures that guide cafeteria management, food preparation, budgeting, purchasing, staff development and safety practices.
• Maintain proper sanitation, temperature, and food handling techniques to comply with regulations.
• Determine quality, quantity and portion size of food required and ensure proper handling of food.
• Adequately staff and manage the department's employees.
• Ensure production for both patient meals and cafeteria line are properly coordinated.
• Develop cafeteria menu as needed.
• Purchase food, assist with and assign duties for special needs or special occasions.

Qualifications

• Must have thorough knowledge of nutrition and dietetics, administration, and operation of hospital food services, and knowledge of all H.A.C.C.P. guidelines.
• Three years of supervisory experience in food service, preferably within healthcare.
• Strong communication, analytical, decision-making, and independent work skills.
• Graduate of an associate degree program in food service preferred.
• If required by state or regulatory agency, certified as a Dietary Manager or Dietetic Technician registration with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and must be an active member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.