SupervisorFood NutrSanitation

NYU Langone Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Langone Health is seeking a Supervisor-Food & Nutr-Sanitation to oversee sanitation and safety functions. The role ensures compliance with Joint Commission, and federal, state, and local regulations while optimizing labor and supply use.

The candidate will conduct HACCP inspections, develop sanitation programs, train staff, and coordinate with vendors to maintain high cleanliness standards across kitchen and food service areas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in hygiene or sanitation management required.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience in a comparable function.
• ServSafe certification within 6 months of hire.
• NYC Department of Health Qualifying Certificate in Food Protection within 6 months of hire.
• Strong IT skills including MS Office and internet research.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of Service Standards and applies them in duties.
• Collaborates with managers to prevent and resolve sanitation issues.
• Plan and coordinate sanitation projects with other departments.
• Develop and update sanitation programs, schedules, and cost-effective practices.
• Perform daily sanitation inspections and HACCP audits of production areas.
• Source equipment, tools, and supplies to improve cleanliness standards.
• Lead trainings for sanitation staff and ensure compliance with health regulations.
• Manage staff scheduling, timekeeping, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with MSDS handling and hazardous material policies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Hygiene management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in hygiene or sanitation management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. For the fourth consecutive year, Vizient Inc. ranked NYU Langone No. 1 for quality care in the nation and U.S. News & World Report recently placed 12 of its clinical specialties among the top 10 in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health.erPoint on her recognition presentation.

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Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Supervisor-Food & Nutr-Sanitation.

In this role, the successful candidate plans, coordinates, and monitors sanitation and safety functions within the department in an efficient and cost effective manner in accordance with The Joint Commission and all federal, state, and local regulations.

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of the organization's Service Standards and incorporates them into the performance of duties.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Collaborates with other managers to prevent, identify, troubleshoot and analyze any sanitation related issues.
• Anticipates sanitation needs based on operational needs, coordinates major cleaning projects with other sub-departments, prepares the facility in advance of company visits and audits and coordinates personnel needs and tasks
• Focuses on long term goals of planning and implements continuous improvement strategies, evaluates, motivates and directs sanitation initiatives, articulates and reinforces the responsibility of all employees
• Reviews and revises food and environmental safety checklists, conducts regular HACCP inspections of production, storage and other areas, identifies, addresses issues, corrects or follows up with responsible parties to correct any non-conformances.
• Sources for equipment, tools, supplies and methods and arranges product presentations in order to identify ways of improving efficiency and standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
• Develops, implements, continuously evaluates and updates sanitation programs, procedures and schedules to assure efficient, cost-effective management of labor and supplies while meeting and elevating all standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Performs daily sanitation inspections as well as regular audits of all kitchen areas to verify the cleanliness of all areas and equipment and initiates corrective action in case of any issues.
• Develops and maintains working relationships with vendors and service providers to maximize quality and efficiency of service.
• Initiates and coordinates employee trainings by external and internal partners in use of equipment, chemicals and safety equipment.
• Liaises with other departments to ensure compliance with employee health, safety and infection control, identifies potential points of improvement and takes preventive or corrective action as needed.
• Orders cleaning compounds/materials/equipment as required and controls inventory and storage. Works very closely with the equipment manager, reports and follows up on any equipment concerns. Oversees the maintenance and hygiene of all sanitation equipment.
• Assists in the staff selection process, provides orientation and training, evaluates subordinates performance, and coaches/disciplines staff to build a competent team. Monitors sanitation employees' working hours, maintains time-sheets and payroll information such as vacations, personal days, sick days and overtime. Conveys organizational and developmental goals and vision to employees and leads team to commit and contribute successfully to those. Addresses complaints from and to employees, analyzes and resolves problems or assists employees in resolving work related issues, ensures employee satisfaction to maximize motivation and performance. Manages Sanitation Supervisor, providing instruction and development of the supervisor functions to foster a positive and productive team environment
• Participates in cost control activities by seeking the most effective methods of delivering services and maintains an awareness of the cost impact on decisions and actions.
• Ensures adequate sanitary standards are maintained in production, tray assembly, manual ware washing and dish room areas of the main kitchen, catering kitchen, and cafeterias.
• Develops, plans and executes training for new sanitation staff members as well as refresher courses for the entire staff for continuous development and competency assessment. Prepares staff and supervisor schedules, daily work assignments, and supervises employees in their respective work areas to ensure that all work activities are performed with attention to the highest standards.
• Is responsible for the strict adherence to all regulations regarding the use and storage of cleaning compounds, provision of up-to-date material safety data sheets (MSDS), and staff training for the correct use of these compounds.
• Is responsible for the strict adherence to monitoring protocols for refrigerator/freezer temperature controls, manual ware washing, dish machine operations, and other various cleaning logs.
• Plans, coordinates, implements, and monitors sanitation activities to maintain a clean and safe working environment in accordance with The Joint Commission and all federal, state, and local regulations and the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) system inclusive of Management by Walking Around (MBWA). Ensure proper handling and disposal of hazardous material.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify you must have a Bachelors Degree in a related field inclusive of training in hygiene or sanitation management.
At least 2 years of Supervisory experience in a comparable function. Additional management experience may be substituted for the degree on a year for year basis
Certified in ServSafe (within 6 months of hire)
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Qualifying Certificate in Food Protection (successful completion within 6 months of hire)
In-depth knowledge of all relevant health and hygiene regulations
Good IT knowledge in MS Office or related software and conducting internet search
Must be able to read, write, and speak English
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $66,300.00 - $68,000 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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