Director of Food and Nutrition

Company: Thomas Cuisine
Location: Fresno
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information to request the appropriate accommodation by visiting the following page: The--Director of Food and Nutrition Services is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial manager who is constantly seeking a better way to conduct business. This key leadership position is directly responsible for the successful operation of the Food and Nutrition Department in an acute care hospital. The Director ensures client, customer service/satisfaction with efficient cost management; meeting and exceeding client expectations. Responsible for all foodservice-related activities; including patient care and non-patient food services (retail, catering etc.), quality improvement, sanitation, infection control and all hospital-related activities. $115,000- $125,000

• Responsible for 4 retail outlets and 700+ licensed bed hospital
• Leading a team of 17+ management team and 250 FTEs
• B.S. Degree in Food Services Technology/Management or related field; or A.A. Degree plus four (4) years of directly related experience preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years of hospital experience preferred, depending upon formal degree or training
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of direct foodservice operational management experience with inventory and purchasing knowledge
• Strong knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
• Previous P&L accountability or contract-managed service experience is desirable
• Strong supervisory, leadership, management and coaching skills
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to communicate on various levels to include management, client, customer and associate levels
• Excellent financial, budgetary, accounting and computational skills
• Proficient computer skills to include; various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail and the internet
• Certified Dietary Manager certificate or Registered Dietitian preferred but not necessary-- Thomas Cuisine is a contract food service company who outsources the management team that runs food services in hospitals, corporate dining and upscale continued care retirement communities. We bring real value into our team culture that allows us to attract the best people with engaging and rewarding experiences. The people we hire are passionate about food and being part of a team that exceeds our customer's expectations. Thomas Cuisine is committed to delivering REAL food prepared by our exceptional culinary teams.-- REAL Food - Genuine Service - Enduring Relationships--

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