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Mission Hospital

Food Nutrition Service Worker

Leawood, KS · On-site

$14.50 - $17.75/hr

Food Nutrition Service Worker Job Summary and Qualifications Food Service Workers in our Food and Nutrition Services department may perform assigned duties in one or more of the following areas:

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What is the difference between Food Nutrition Service Management vs Food Service Worker?

AspectFood Nutrition Service ManagementFood Service Worker
CredentialsOften requires a degree in nutrition, dietetics, or related field; certifications like ServSafe or dietitian credentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; food safety certifications may be preferred
Work EnvironmentAdministrative offices, cafeterias, healthcare facilities, schoolsKitchen, cafeteria, dining areas in various settings
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, schools, government agencies, food service companiesRestaurants, cafeterias, institutional food services

Food Nutrition Service Management involves overseeing food service operations, planning menus, and ensuring nutritional standards, often requiring specialized education and certifications. In contrast, Food Service Workers focus on food preparation, serving, and maintaining cleanliness. Both roles are essential in the food service industry but differ significantly in responsibilities and qualifications.

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Director of Food and Nutrition

Yonkers, NY

NUTRITION MANAGEMENT SERVICES COMPANY
Food and Drink Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees
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$46K - $53K/yr

Full-time

Medical

Re-posted 13 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee all aspects of dietary operations, including clinical nutrition services, patient meal delivery, and retail/cafeteria operations.

  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, including Joint Commission, CMS, and food safety regulations, and serve as department leader during surveys and audits.

  • Manage daily operations of food production, menu development, and service workflows, while leading, mentoring, and developing the nutrition and food service teams.

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a strategic and operationally strong Director of Food & Nutrition Services to lead all aspects of dietary operations at our 100-bed regional medical center. This executive leader will be responsible for clinical nutrition services, patient meal delivery, retail/cafeteria operations, regulatory compliance, financial performance, and team leadership.

The ideal candidate brings deep hospital experience, strong regulatory expertise (including Joint Commission standards), and a proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams across food production, patient services, and clinical nutrition.

This role reports directly to senior hospital leadership and plays a key role in patient satisfaction, quality outcomes, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Regulatory Leadership

  • Ensure full compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, state, and local regulatory standards
  • Oversee clinical nutrition program, including medical nutrition therapy and documentation
  • Serve as department leader during surveys and audits
  • Maintain policies, HACCP plans, infection control compliance, and food safety standards
  • Collaborate with nursing, medical staff, and quality teams to improve patient outcomes

Operations Management

  • Direct daily operations of patient meal services, tray line, production, and retail/cafeteria
  • Oversee menu development, therapeutic diets, and nutrition standards
  • Implement efficient production systems and service workflows
  • Ensure high patient satisfaction and Press Ganey performance
  • Manage equipment, purchasing, and vendor relationships

Financial & Business Management

  • Develop and manage departmental operating budget
  • Control food, labor, and supply costs
  • Analyze productivity metrics (meals per labor hour, cost per patient day, etc.)
  • Drive retail revenue performance

Leadership & Team Development

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team including:
    • Registered Dietitians
    • Clinical Nutrition Staff
    • Food Production Supervisors
    • Patient Services Managers
    • Retail/Cafeteria Team
  • Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and service excellence
  • Conduct hiring, performance management, and workforce planning

Required:

  • Registered Dietitian (RD or RDN) credential
  • Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Service Management, or related field
  • Minimum 5–7 years progressive leadership experience in a hospital food & nutrition department
  • Demonstrated expertise with Joint Commission standards and CMS regulations
  • Strong financial and operational management skills
  • Proven ability to lead both clinical and non-clinical teams

Preferred:

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Nutrition, Healthcare Administration, or Business
  • Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) or ServSafe Certification
  • Experience in a regional or community hospital setting

Core Competencies

  • Regulatory & survey readiness leadership
  • Clinical nutrition program oversight
  • Operational efficiency in healthcare foodservice
  • Patient experience optimization
  • Financial acumen
  • Team building and culture development
  • Executive communication skills

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • Leadership opportunity in a mission-driven healthcare environment
  • Collaborative executive team culture
  • Opportunity to impact patient care and community health

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