Food Services Manager

Santiam Hospital & Clinics; Stayton (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance

PTO and holiday pay

Employee Referral Program

401(k) Retirement

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Employee Discounts

Bilingual Pay Differential for eligble

Public Service Loan Forgiveness for in

Tuition Assistance for eligible

Job summary

Santiam Hospital & Clinics is hiring a Food Services Manager in Stayton, OR to oversee daily operations of Hospital Food Services and supervise staff.

You will handle scheduling, performance management, inventory, and purchasing, while ensuring patient meals meet dietary, age, cultural, and religious needs. Strong leadership and collaboration with a Dietitian are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, food service management, or culinary arts from an accredited institution.
• Certified Dietary Manager, Certified Food Protection Professional credentials, and ServSafe credentials.
• Oregon food handler card is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to work with diverse age groups.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or right to work in the United States; valid driver license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day Hospital Food Services operations and staff supervision.
• Develop and enforce Service plans, schedules, and monthly work rosters.
• Manage inventory, purchasing, cost recommendations, and vendor relationships.

Skills

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Dietary knowledge

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in nutrition/food service management or culinary arts

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: STAYTON, OR 97383, Education Level: 2 Year Degree

Who You’ll Join

At Santiam Hospital & Clinics, we believe exceptional patient care starts with a supportive and inclusive work environment. We empower every team member by providing access to advanced medical technology and continuous professional development. Join our collaborative culture, where your contributions are valued and your growth is encouraged.

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Food Services Manager who will oversee the day‑to‑day operations of Hospital Food Services, including staff supervision, scheduling, performance management, inventory and purchasing, cost recommendations, and the development and enforcement of policies and procedures. You will demonstrate accurate, high‑quality patient meal service tailored to dietary, age‑related, cultural, and religious needs, supporting nutrition education and documentation when needed, and provide welcoming, efficient meal service to staff and visitors.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee Food Services staff and encourage staff cooperation within Service and with other Hospital staff.
• Assist with development of remedial plans for Service staff or discipline staff as is indicated.
• Write and maintain Job Descriptions and monthly work schedules for all Service positions.
• When necessary, arrange for Service staff duty coverage or perform such duties.
• Approve and sign Service staff timecards.
• Complete evaluation of Service staff as is needed.
• Oversee Service inventory of equipment and supplies, determine Service need for food and supplies, order needed materials from approved vendors, justify orders from alternate vendors or sources, submit applicable rebate forms to vendors, and inform appropriate Business Office staff about Service expenditures not related to those for typical food and supplies.
• Recommend to Outpatient Services Director appropriate cost changes for menu items and catering services and update the menu and applicable forms to reflect approved cost changes.
• In collaboration with a Service Dietitian, design, plan, and review menu cycles, keeping standardized recipes current and adapting patient menus in accord with patient age, dietary requirement, and cultural, religious, and other preferences.
• Access patient census and patient diet census using the electronic medical record, check patient meal trays for quality and accuracy, supervise patient diet order processing, correct menus and meal tray identification cards as is necessary, and confirm questionable orders with House Supervisors.
• Cheerfully and helpfully serve standardized food portions to Hospital staff and visitors in the dining room during designated mealtimes, while correctly making change for cash purchases and operating the Hospital computerized meal card system and the Hospital point of sale system.
• Prepare daily and monthly reports about meal card system and point of sale system use.
• Demonstrate Santiam Hospital Mission, Vision, and Values; assess patient and Hospital needs; and ensure that such needs are met.
• Use patient experience information to improve Hospital service, and consider patients during any action.
• When on duty, arrive reliably, punctually, and prepared to work, and report potential absence or tardiness as far in advance as is possible.
• Attend and participate in required meetings, and actively pursue education through attendance of in-service and academic programs.

Qualifications: What You’ll Need

• Knowledge of principles that relate to the position
• Possession of an associate or bachelor’s degree in nutrition, food service management, or culinary arts from an accredited institution
• Possession of Certified Dietary Manager, Certified Food Protection Professional credentials, and certification in ServSafe® techniques
• Possession of a current valid Oregon food handler card
• Aptitude in verbal and written communication, including ability to communicate with persons in all age groups
• Possession of United States proof of citizenship or right to work in the United States
• Possession of a driver license or analogous identification
• Willingness to participate in Hospital orientation and educational in-service

Benefits for Eligible Positions

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• PTO and holiday pay
• Employee Referral Program
• 401(k) Retirement
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Discounts
• Bilingual Pay Differential for eligible positions
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness for eligible positions
• Tuition Assistance for eligible positions

Why Santiam Hospital?

At Santiam Hospital & Clinics, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Our commitment to excellence in patient care is matched by our dedication to employee growth and well-being. As part of our team, you’ll have access to cutting‑edge medical technology, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a collaborative culture that encourages innovation and teamwork. Join us at Santiam Hospital & Clinics, where your skills and compassion will be appreciated, and together, we can make a positive impact on the health and lives of our community.

With 13 clinics offering 8 specialties, you’ll be part of a diverse and dynamic healthcare community. We’re proud to have been named the 2026 Best Place to Have a Baby, Best Hospital as well as receiving accolades for our Surgery Center, Medical Facility and Women’s Clinic, reflecting our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional care for our patients.

Santiam Hospital & Clinics is a drug‑free workplace in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and an EEO

All communication will exclusively originate from an @santiamhospital.org email address. For your security, please do not respond to messages from any other email domain.