Food Service Supervisor

MercyOne Medical Group; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Health System is seeking a Food Service Supervisor to lead and monitor all food operation activities, including production, purchasing, sanitation, patient food services, retail, procurement, and catering. You will supervise staff, coordinate daily production and delivery, and ensure a safe, sanitary environment in a healthcare setting.

Requirements include 3-4 years in Food and Nutrition, ability to lead, strong communication, decision-making, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years' experience in Food and Nutrition.
• Ability to lead others and communicate clearly.
• Ability to monitor, analyze and make quick decisions.
• Effective organization skills including delegating and time management.
• Personal and professional integrity.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including being a positive motivator and role model.

Responsibilities

• Supervises work assigned within the food operation.
• Orders food and supplies.
• Coordinates daily food production and delivery.
• Maintains safety and sanitary environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Rotating Shift

Description

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Food Service Supervisor!

As a Food Service Supervisor at MercyOne, you will be responsible for successfully leading and monitoring all work assigned to food operations including any or all of the following: production, purchasing, sanitation, patient food services, retail, procurement, food distribution and catering. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of MercyOne .

• Supervises work assigned within the food operation.
• Orders food and supplies.
• Coordinates daily food production and delivery.
• Monitors processes that assure a safe. sanitary environment.
• Maintains software applications and supports system users.
• Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures.

Schedule

• Full‑time, 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
• Varied shifts based on department needs

General Requirements

• 3 - 4 years' experience in Food and Nutrition
• Intermediate language, intermediate math , high reasoning ability.
• Ability to lead others and communicate clearly and to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to monitor , analyze and make quick decisions.
• Effective organization skills, including delegating, and time management skills.
• Personal and professional integrity.
• Excellent interpersonal skills incl uding being a positive motivator and role model for others.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet/exceed established goals and objectives.
• Ability to anticipate , solve and follow‑up with issues/problems.
• Ability to identify detailed Food Service performance problems and find appropriate solutions.
• Ability to train staff in all facets of Food Service operations.

Education

• Associate's degree preferred.
• Food Safety Certification preferred.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy c ompetitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

Ministry/Facility Information

MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24‑hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments:

• MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center
• MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation
• MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation

With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa.

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person‑centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.