Supervisor Nutrition Services

Supervisor Nutrition Services

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that's served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It's our passion.

Primary Purpose

Provides direction and supervision to assigned staff that are responsible for delivery of optimal food services to internal and external customers of the hospital and Parkland.

Minimum Specifications

Education

Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience

Must have four years of relevant experience.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience

May have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in lieu of education and/or experience as stated above.

Certification/Registration/Licensure

Must have a certificate of completion of a food handler training course accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and/or the Texas Department of State Health Services (TXDSHS) or must obtain one within sixty (60) days of placement in the role.

Required Tests for Placement

None

Skills or Special Abilities

Must have good oral, written and organizational skills.

Must have problem solving skills and interpersonal communication skills to work in a diverse environment.

Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of all supplies and equipment associated with the operations of Nutrition Services None.

Must be able to communicate effectively with co-workers, Supervisors, Managers and be able to demonstrate standards and relay procedures to assigned personnel.

Must be able to operate a PC and perform computer entries.

Responsibilities

1. Selects, trains, schedules, motivates, supervises, evaluates, and makes recommendations for disciplinary actions up to and including termination, to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities. Ensures that assigned employees receive opportunities to further their knowledge.
2. Assures correct equipment usage and monitors equipment for proper operations, temperature control and safety. Assures that sanitation and cleaning procedures are followed in food preparation, serving areas and other department areas.
3. Identifies and analyzes the design of jobs, work processes, work flows, etc. for the Food Service area and recommends and implements appropriate changes to improve effectiveness, productivity, and efficiency that support the overall goals of Nutrition Services and PHHS.
4. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, Joint Commission, and guidelines that impact the Nutrition Services. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws, and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.
5. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in Nutrition Services by attending seminars/workshops, mandatory in-service sessions, reading professional journals, and/or actively participating in professional organizations, and maintaining certification. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
6. Maintains a positive working relationship with PHHS customers, management, vendors, and employees, to ensure that optimal and mutual cooperation is achieved. May serve on committees or interdisciplinary teams to be a participant and contributor in achieving Nutrition Services and PHHS goals.

Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees' wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.

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