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Job Description

Business Unit: Rush Oak Park

Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital

Department: Food and Nutrition Services

**Work Type:** Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)

**Shift:** Shift 1

**Work Schedule:** 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

**Pay Range:** $38.02 - $55.18 per hour

Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:

The Manager of food and nutrition services is responsible, either personally or through delegation, for the effective and efficient operation in order to meet revenue, expenses, employee engagement and customer satisfaction targets for the Food and Nutrition Services at RUSH Oak Park Hospital. Develops and implements concepts for Retail, Cafeteria using trend analysis, and financial management principles. This individual along with the AVP/Sr. Director and department leadership team will determine the services food and nutrition services can provide given the staff available; (qualification and competence) continually assessing and improving the performance of the operation. The incumbent ensures compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies, oversees the department quality monitors and targets and corporate and departmental policies and procedures. The manager exemplifies the Rush ICARE values and oversees services that are consistent with the mission and vision and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:

• Bachelors of Science Degree in Food and Nutrition, Food Systems Management, or Hospitality Management or

equivalent work experience

• Five years or more years of operations, financial management, and leadership experience working in a fast paced food environment required.

• Food Protection Manager Certification and Allergen Certification required within 90 days of hire

• Self-directed, strong interpersonal sklls (both verbal and written), excellent organization skills, problem identification and solving skills, and conflict resolution.

• Ability to compile and summarize management reports and implement power point presentations required.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Registered Dietitian, Nutritionist Preferred

Disclaimer:

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Responsibilities:

1. Delivers operational performance by executing on Rush’s and regulatory agencies standards and programs. Continually monitors operations for areas of improvement, and completes assessments and develops necessary action plans to provide optimal food and nutrition services to patients, employees, and clients.

2. Plans, organizes, and manages the resources and activities at ROPH to accomplish the strategic plan consistent with the RUSH mission, vision and values.

3. Assures that both the food and nutritional needs of patients are provided for and

effectively evaluated utilizing appropriate software to obtain menu selection, streamline production and analyze the nutrient content of the patient menu.

4. In collaboration with the AVP/Sr. Director develops an Emergency Preparedness plan to ensure safe food supply during an emergency crisis.

5. In collaboration with the AVP/Sr. Director develops unit budgets, allocating resources to assure optimum operational functions identifying capital needs for effective and efficient operation. Monitor the financials monthly to achieve budget goals. Submits monthly report variances and action plans to AVP for improvement.

6. Define staffing needs (number of team member and specific competencies) for accomplishing the defined objectives and meeting the responsibilities of the department. Oversees the HR functions (hiring, onboarding, staff development and completion of performance appraisal, etc.) consistent with Rush’s diversity program.

7. Maintains appropriate liaison with other medical center departments. Fosters intradepartmental and interdepartmental communication through participation in regular meetings, town hall and staff meetings.

8. Develops and implements concepts for assigned retail units.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

**Position** Mgr Food and Nutrition Services ROPH

**Location** US:IL:Oak Park

**Req ID** 23841