Patient Nutrition & Meal Services Manager

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a Registered Dietitian to lead Patient Services within the Culinary Service department at Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver. The role oversees daily operations, coordinates with nursing, trains staff on therapeutic diets, and ensures compliance with safety standards and quality initiatives.

The position emphasizes value-based leadership, managing a diverse team, and delivering exceptional patient meals at appropriate cost, with oversight of hiring, training, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Service, Dietetics, Nutrition or Management required.
• Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration within 6 months of hire required.
• Food Handler Permit or ServSafe certification required by first day if applicable in state of Utah/Idaho (note: verify state requirements).

Responsibilities

• Manages daily operations of patient meal services.
• Partners with nursing to educate and follow guidelines.
• Leads patient meal areas and trains on therapeutic diets.
• Ensures diets follow provider orders and cost-effective service.
• Maintains food safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Monitors quality and satisfaction scores; drives improvement.

Skills

Food Service

People Management

Food Safety and Sanitation

Business

Computer Literacy

Interpersonal Communication

Financial Competence

Nutrition

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Service, Dietetics, Nutrition or Management

Registered Dietitian certification within 6 months of hire

Job description

Intermountain Health is seeking a Registered Dietitian to lead Patient Services within the Culinary Service department at Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver. The role oversees daily operations, coordinates with nursing, trains staff on therapeutic diets, and ensures compliance with safety standards and quality initiatives.

The position emphasizes value-based leadership, managing a diverse team, and delivering exceptional patient meals at appropriate cost, with oversight of hiring, training, and