Nutrition Services Supervisor

John Knox Village; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

John Knox Village in Lee's Summit, MO, seeks a Food Service Supervisor to manage the Village Care Center Nutrition Services, directing the production and serving of meals while coordinating with clinicians and families to meet residents’ dietary needs. You will oversee food quality, safety, and staff, with flexible hours and a focus on hospitality and PRIDE values.

The role requires a two-year program in Home Economics or Food Management, plus the ability to obtain a Food Handler Permit within

Qualifications

• Certification from a two-year program in Home Economics or Food Management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must obtain current Food Handler Permit within 30 days of start date.
• Ability to supervise staff and handle cash operations.
• Proficient with Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions and handbooks.

Responsibilities

• Plans and directs the function of the food production department.
• Coordinates with clinical staff, dietician, residents and families to meet dietary needs.
• Ensures food quality and compliance with John Knox Village and state regulations.
• Supervises staff and maintains safe, sanitary operations.
• Adheres to all safety regulations and requires flexible hours if needed.

Skills

Group coordination

Cash handling

MS Office

Communication

Reading/writing safety documents

Education

Two-year program in Home Economics or Food Management

Tools

Cash register

Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook

Job description

Coordinates and supervises the Village Care Center Nutrition Services department in order that clinical requirements are satisfied for properly nourishing the residents. Responsible for the coordination and supervision of food production. Assists with the development of menu planning, forecasting, purchasing, receiving and storage, and serving. Responsible for following instructions and carrying out assignments properly. Supportive of the Village’s mission, values, and service/hospitality (PRIDE) expectations. Completes training as required by policy.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Plans and directs the function of the food production department.
• Utilizes knowledge of different diet plans to coordinate with clinical staff, dietician, residents and families to ensure residents specific dietary needs are being met.
• Ensures that quality of food being served is meeting John Knox Village and State regulations.
• Responsible for supervising the work of others.
• Adheres to all safety regulations and requirements.
• Handles stress well and gets along with others within the workplace and with customers outside the department.
• Maintains acceptable standards of workplace conduct.

The responsibilities described above represent the primary responsibilities of the job. Other responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor as warranted by business needs. The incumbent is expected to perform all assigned responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Certification from a two year program in Home Economics or Food Management or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Must obtain current Food Handler Permit within 30 days of start date.

Knowledge and Skills (required unless otherwise noted):

• Ability to work with a large group of residents/customers.
• Intermediate level knowledge of cash handling and cash register operation.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to work irregular hours.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other associates of the organization.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, handbooks and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s.
• Ability to perform tasting and/or smelling.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but straight-forward written or oral instructions.

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Primarily works in a kitchen and restaurant environment.
• The associate is subject to inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
• The associate is exposed to infectious diseases.
• The associate is required to function around individuals with challenged mental capacities.
• All associates may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.
• The Food Service Associates and Restaurant/Village Care Center Management Staff and Catering Staff and Supervisors are exposed to both extreme heat and cold with working around ovens/grills/cooktops and in freezers/coolers. These positions are also exposed to steam when handling food. They also handle sharp blades such as knives.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Maximum occasional lift of 55lbs from 4-64 inches; maximum frequent lift of 35 lbs from 0-75 inches; Maximum occasional carry of 55 lbs at self-selected height for 50 ft; maximum frequent carry of 25 lbs for 100 ft; Maximum occasional horizontal push/pull of 60 lbs for 50 ft; maximum frequent horizontal push/pull of 18 lbs (2 person of 35 lbs) for 1300 ft; maximum occasional vertical push/pull of 30 lbs from 36—72 inches; Frequent grip force of 45 lbs; constant grip force of 10 lbs; constant pinch force of 5 lbs; Occasional climb of 18 inches; Frequent forward reach of 40 inches; occasional overhead reach of 84 inches; frequent lateral reach of 40 inches; Constant bend/crouch; frequent crouch/kneel; Frequent neck flexion; occasional neck extension; frequent neck rotation; frequent trunk rotation; Frequent fine motor coordination; frequent hand coordination; constant foot coordination; Constant balance; constant walking; occasional sitting.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Reports to Restaurant Manager

EOE/D/V

Nicotine-Free & Drug Free Workplace

Post-offer background check and health screening required

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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