Nutrition Operations Supervisor

Newton-Wellesley Hospital; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is seeking a senior Nutrition Services supervisor to oversee daily operations, including meal preparation, assembly and delivery, in a high-quality, safety-conscious environment.

The role requires leadership experience in food service, knowledge of food safety, and ability to manage budgets and staff across a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety regulations and nutrition principles.
• Understanding healthcare dietary requirements and therapeutic diets is helpful.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to motivate teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of Nutrition and Food Services, including meal prep and delivery.
• Ensure timely, accurate production of meals adhering to recipes and portions.
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards.
• Conduct inspections and audits to meet regulatory and accrediting requirements.
• Recruit, train, and supervise food service staff; ensure staff know safety protocols.
• Address inquiries, complaints, and feedback promptly and professionally.
• Assist in budgeting and cost control to maintain quality and safety.

Skills

Foodservice management

Leadership

Budgeting

Food safety

Clinical diet knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Foodservice Management NOT required

Job description

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Summary
Responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the department including providing patient meals, cafeteria services, catering and ensuring the efficient and high-quality delivery of nutrition services while maintaining compliance with health and safety standards.

Does this position require Patient Care?
No

Essential Functions
-Supervise and coordinate the day-to-day activities of the Nutrition and Food Services department, including meal preparation, meal assembly, and meal delivery to patients and cafeteria customers.

-Ensure the timely and accurate production of meals, adhering to established recipes and portion control standards.

-Maintain adherence to food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards in food preparation and service areas.

-Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with regulatory and accrediting agency requirements.

-Recruit, train, and supervise food service staff, ensuring they are knowledgeable about food safety protocols, patient diet orders, and customer service.

-Address customer inquiries, complaints, and feedback promptly and professionally.

-Assist in developing and managing the department's budget, ensuring cost-effective operations without compromising food quality and safety.

-Ensure staff are trained in safe food handling practices and provided with necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety resources

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor's Degree Foodservice Management NOT required, nor bachelor's degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
Food Service Experience 5-7 years preferred and Management Experience 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of food safety regulations, nutrition principles, and dietary requirements for various patient populations.
- Knowledge of healthcare-specific dietary requirements and therapeutic diets is advantageous.
- Leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams with varied experiences and viewpoints
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities to oversee food service operations efficiently.
- Budgeting and financial management skills to support departmental operations within allocated resources.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

2014 Washington Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$19.81 - $28.30/Hourly

Grade

4At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

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