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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.
Prefer a Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition, Institutional Management, or Home Economics
Experience
Must have six (6) years of relevant experience.
Dietetic service supervisory experience preferred.
Equivalent Education and/or Experience
May have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in lieu of specific 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
Skills or Special Abilities
Must have good oral, written and organizational skills.
Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of all supplies and equipment associated with the operations of Nutrition Services None
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 inservice 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.Vacancy expired!