Manager Food and Nutrition Services

Lee Health; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Health is seeking a Food & Nutrition Services Manager in Fort Myers to oversee daily operations, drive customer satisfaction, and lead a team in a hospital setting. The role focuses on staff development, regulatory compliance, and ensuring high standards of food safety and service quality.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree (or higher), 3 years in hospital foodservice management, and a Food Manager Certification within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Three years of foodservice management/supervisory experience in hospital or high-volume operation.
• Food Manager Certification required within 90 days of entry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation of assigned service areas and ensure customer satisfaction and employee engagement.
• Administer employee performance evaluations, payroll, and ongoing education.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory agency requirements about food safety.
• Lead teams to meet standards for food and clinical nutrition services and customer experience.
• Manage resources, staffing, supplies, and revenue; coach and mentor staff.

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Timekeeping systems

Foodservice systems

Job description

Location:Gulf Coast Medical Center -13681 Doctor's WayFort Myers FL 33912

Department: Food and Nutrition Services

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/6:00:00 AM to 7:00:00 PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$27.78 - $37.50 / hour

Summary

Manages and oversees the daily operation of the assigned service areas and ensures the highest possible customer satisfaction and employee engagement. Administers employee performance evaluations, payroll, and ongoing education. Responsible for meeting all regulatory agency requirements about physical and food safety. Ensures that all employees follow all hospital guidelines.

Leads work teams that maintain or enhance the patient and customer experience, meet regulatory standards for food and clinical nutrition services, and operate within the organization's business objectives. Establishes a positive work culture and promotes teamwork inside/outside the department. Manages operations and assures procedures are in place to provide maximum service quality and productivity. Coaches and counsels employees and evaluates performance following health system performance management guidelines. Is accountable for managing resources staffing, supplies, and revenue. Serves as a leader and mentor for the department and organization.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: Three years of foodservice management/supervisory experience in a hospital, high-volume food production operation, or other related experience.

Certifications: Food Manager Certification from a Florida Department of Health-approved provider is required within 90 days of job entry.

License: n/a

Other: Possesses the skills to effectively utilize Microsoft Office applications, electronic medical records, timekeeping, and foodservice systems. Able to work independently and in groups toward established objectives. Able to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to perform two to three hours of continuous physical activity, including standing and walking. Able to lead, mentor, and collaborate with all team members according to Lee Health and the Food and Nutrition Division's Culture, Mission, and Values. Talking, hearing, and visual acuity are essential.

US:FL:Fort Myers