Food Service Management Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

About Us
Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.
Job Profile
Job Summary
The Patient Services Manager plans, administers, directs and controls, under the direction of the Department Director, all unit activities related to patient food service program to ensure high quality standards of operation. Complies with the standards established by Harris Health System policies and procedures as well as regulatory agencies to provide high quality service while ensuring patient and employee safety. Implements an effective nutrition program that maintains high patient and employee satisfaction scores.
Minimum Qualifications
Degrees/ Work Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Food Science or Nutrition and Certified Dietary Manager (and) Two (2) years¿ work experience in clinical nutrition and food service experience (diet clerk, ambassador, or supervisory position)
(Or)
Associate of Arts in Food Services Technology/Management, Dietetics or related field (And) Four (4) Years work experience in clinical nutrition and food service experience (diet clerk, ambassador, or supervisory position).
License & Certifications: Food Managers Certificate
Management Experience: Two (2) years of patient food and nutrition service management in a large hospital required. Knowledge of Food and Drug Administration Food Code (FDA) required. Experience using electronic food service management software preferred.
Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contract), Exceptional Verbal (e.g., Public Speaking), Writing / Correspondence, Writing / Reports
Proficiencies: MS Word, MS Excel, P.C.
Job Attributes
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:Analytical, Mathematics, Statistical
Work Schedule: Flexible
Equipment Operated: Ability to operate all kitchen equipments
Benefits & EEOC
Harris Health System's benefits program is designed to provide you with more flexibility and choices in meeting your specific needs. Harris Health System's benefits program allows you to protect your income in case of illness, death and disability, and to help you save for retirement.
It is the policy of Harris Health System to provide equal opportunity for all applicants for employment regardless of political affiliation, race, color, national origin, age, sex, religious creed or disability. Applicants may request any reasonable accommodation(s) to participate in the application process.
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