Nutrition Service Supervisor

ZipRecruiter; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Sarasota, FL is seeking a Nutrition Service Supervisor to enhance food service coordination and ensure quality nutritional care for patients and employees. This role involves implementing policies, fostering a patient-focused environment, and overseeing staff development while adhering to safety and sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• CDM or Dietetic Technician registration with ADA required if mandated by state.
• Two years of healthcare food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports management and coordination of Nutrition Services activities.
• Implements policies for food service and staff development.
• Fosters a culture of quality patient-centered care.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to analyze

Decision making

Independence

Education

Associate degree in food service

Job description

Job Description

The Nutrition Service Supervisor supports management, planning, and coordination of activities of the Nutrition Services Department to provide nutritional services to patients, employees, and guests. The position implements policies and procedures to support administrative functions related to cafeteria management, food preparation, distribution, service, purchasing, sanitation standards, safety practices, staffing, and staff development. Additionally, the Supervisor may assist the Dietitian with nutrition assessments if qualified.

The Supervisor is responsible for fostering an environment and culture that enables the department to meet or exceed its goals. This includes ensuring the delivery of quality, equitable, and culturally competent patient-centered care; promoting an inclusive work environment that is respectful and accepting; and providing ongoing cultural and sensitivity training for new and existing employees to meet the needs of the patient population served.

Job Code: 100232

Qualifications

• CDM or Dietetic Technician registration with ADA if required by state or regulatory agency.
• Current ADA membership if required by state or regulatory agency.

Education, Training, and Experience

• Graduate of an associate degree program in food service with knowledge of nutrition, dietetics, hospital food service operations, and H.A.C.C.P. guidelines.
• At least two years of healthcare food service experience, preferably in a supervisory role.

Machines and Equipment Used

General office equipment such as telephone, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, and computer.

Physical Requirements

• Good visual acuity and communication skills.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and retrieve objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to safely push/pull objects weighing up to 150 pounds on wheels, with assistance if necessary.
• Ability to reach, stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch as needed for patient care and equipment setup.

Compliance

• Adheres to the company's Standards of Business Conduct.
• Maintains current licensure and/or certifications, if applicable.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication skills in reading, writing, and speaking.
• Ability to analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.

Environmental Conditions

• Indoor, temperature-controlled, smoke-free environment with occasional outdoor exposure.
• Potential exposure to blood and body fluids.
• Accessible for handicapped individuals.
• Wet surfaces, sharp objects, high noise levels, temperature extremes, and stressful situations may occur.

Proficiency or Productivity Standards

• Meets attendance standards.
• Follows hospital/department dress code, including wearing an ID badge.
• May work weekdays, weekends, evenings, nights, and holidays as needed.
• May work during disaster situations and stay after hours if required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.