Food Services Manager

Lifepoint Health, Inc.; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO and paid leave

Tuition assistance and retirement plan

Job summary

Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Denton is opening a brand-new 40-bed rehabilitation hospital in spring 2027. We are seeking a Food Services Manager to oversee all operations of the Nutritional Services Department, ensuring high-quality patient and staff meals.

The role includes menu planning, purchasing, budgeting, training and collaboration with medical staff, with a path to professional growth within Lifepoint Health.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Dietetics or CADE-approved Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Food Service Manager Certification/License if required by state.
• SERV SAFE Certification
• NDTR/DTR/RD registration highly preferred.
• Healthcare food service management experience preferred, especially in acute care.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operations of the Nutritional Services Department.
• Direct menu planning, food preparation, purchasing, sanitation and safety standards.
• Manage staffing, budgeting and departmental training.
• Support interdepartmental collaboration and lead quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Staff management

Food service operations

Quality control

Education

Associates degree in Dietetics or CADE-approved Bachelor's

SERV SAFE Certification

NDTR/DTR/RD preferred

Job description

Facility:Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Denton

Schedule: Full Time

Join us in opening Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Denton, a brand-new 40 bed rehabilitation hospital opening in spring of 2027!

Your experience matters

Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Dentonis part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Byjoining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll Contribute

The Food Services Manager oversees all operations of the Nutritional Services Department, ensuring high-quality food service for patients, visitors, and staff. Responsibilities include directing menu planning, food preparation, purchasing, sanitation, and safety standards. The role manages staffing, budgeting, and departmental training, while supporting interdepartmental collaboration and leading or participating in quality improvement initiatives.

• Determines quality and quantity of food, plans and prepares master menus, supervises the planning of menus for therapeutic diets and controls food costs.
• Supervises food production and service programs, as well as managing departmental personnel involved.
• Ensures food preparation for optimal nutrition (including attention to various age groups of patients) and economic handling of food, as well as efficient usage of time.
• Plans menus, purchases food, and assigns duties for special functions, such as medical staff meetings, board meetings, recognition dinners, and other related hospital functions.
• Checks food for flavor, temperature, and appearance on a regular basis.
• Confers with other departments, such as the medical and nursing staff, regarding the technical and administrative aspects of dietetic service.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Opening a Brand-New Hospital: Join a team of accomplished leaders to open a brand-new hospital, built from the ground up with cutting edge technology.

What we're looking for

Applicants should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Associates degree in Dietetics or Bachelor's degree in course work approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE) of the American Dietetic Association (ADA) preferred, but not required.
• Food Service Manager Certification/License if required by state.
• SERV SAFE Certified
• Registered Nutrition and Dietetics Technician (NDTR), Dietetic Technician (DTR), or Registered Dietician (RD) highly preferred.
• Experience in managing food services in a healthcare facility, preferably acute care or skilled nursing, highly preferred.

EEOC Statement

Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Denton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Denton is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.