Nutrition Service Supervisor

Encompass Health Corporation; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement opportunities

401(k) matching and employee stock purchase plans

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation in Jackson, Tennessee, is seeking a Nutrition Service Supervisor to oversee the Nutrition Services Department. You will play a crucial role in coordinating nutritional support for patients and managing cafeteria operations.

The ideal candidate will hold a Dietary Manager certification and bring extensive knowledge of nutrition management in a healthcare setting. Join us at Encompass Health to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others by ensuring quality food service.

Qualifications

• Certified Dietary Manager or Dietetic Technician registration required by state.
• Active membership in Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics if mandated.
• Two years of healthcare food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Nutrition Service Manager in their absence.
• Perform purchasing, receiving, and inventory control.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation and regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate with other departments for dietetic services.

Skills

Knowledge of nutrition and dietetics

Food service management

H.A.C.C.P. guidelines

Supervisory experience

Education

Associate degree in food service

Certified Dietary Manager or Dietetic Technician registration

Job description

Nutrition Service Supervisor Career Opportunity

Appreciated for your Nutrition Service Supervising skills

Are you in search of a career close to home and heart, where your nutrition expertise can make a significant impact? As the Nutrition Service Supervisor at Encompass Health, you will support the coordination and direction of our Nutrition Services Department, helping to oversee nutritional support for patients, employees, and guests. Your responsibilities will include setting and implementing policies and procedures that guide cafeteria management, food preparation, budgeting, purchasing, staff development and safety practices. If you are passionate about having a career close to home and heart, then consider joining us to help patients heal.

Starting Perks and Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!

Responsibilities

• Supports Nutrition Service Manager in absence.
• Performs and documents all purchasing, receiving and inventory control of food and supplies.
• Maintains sanitation and proper temperatures to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies.
• Maintains correct food handling techniques to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies.
• Determines quality (taste/temperature/appearance), quantity, and portion size of food required.
• Ensures production for both patient meals and cafeteria line are properly coordinated.
• Ensures proper handling of cash/tickets and cash/ticket reports.
• Coordinates dietetic services with other departments.
• Purchases food; assists with and assigns duties for special needs or special occasions.
• Ensures in-service education meetings are held and courses are completed as required by company.

Qualifications

• Certified Dietary Manager or Dietetic Technician registration with Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, if required by state or regulatory agency.
• Active membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, if mandated by state or regulatory agency.
• Graduate of an associate degree program in food service preferred.
• Must have thorough knowledge of nutrition and dietetics, administration, and operation of hospital food services, and knowledge of all H.A.C.C.P. guidelines.
• Two years of healthcare food service experience, preferably in a supervisory role.

At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.