Director of Nutrition and Dining

Job Description

Job Description

Director of Nutrition & Dining

When two established local health systems unite as one collaborative network, healthcare becomes so much more. Centralus Health, an affiliation of Arnot Health and Cayuga Health, is focused on our region's changing needs and your wellbeing. More than a group of experienced caregivers, Centralus Health is a partnership of advocates who strive to eliminate barriers to better health, innovating and evolving services in our communities for enhanced holistic care close to home. Beyond clinical outcomes, it's strengthening community connections and setting a higher standard for quality that's exceptionally personal.

Centralus Health is central to wellness-for all of us.

As the Director of Nutrition and Dining you will be responsible for leading all aspects of the Nutrition & Dining team throughout all Cayuga Health entities including food preparation, patient meal service, retail food operations, catering, and nutritional education and counseling.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Ensure successful and fiscally responsible operations all department operations, i.e. patient meal service, all retail operations, catering and nutritional services.
  • Be able to navigate and lead in different healthcare environments, including Acute Care, Skilled Nursing, Rehab, etc.
  • Manage all operations' KPI's and address areas for improvement.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through all available data sources; i.e. Press Ganey, customer comments, direct patient feedback
• Ensure adherence to all local, state and federal safety and sanitation codes
• Approve all operating, labor and capital budgets on an annual basis, and ensure all entities are successfully operating within margin.
• Effectively communicate throughout system in support of hospital operations and patient satisfaction.
• Manage all department suppliers and contracts to ensure the highest level of service, quality and value. Collaborate with regional and national GPO's to ensure maximization of contract utilization.
• Serve as department representative for cross-functional teams throughout Centralus Health.
• Support system functions, both internal and community-based, through supplies, donations and catering.
• Support Centralus' growth opportunities with successful design and implementation of nutrition services at new or acquired entities.
• Is flexible in assuming other appropriate responsibilities, not noted above.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Education - Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Nutrition or Food Service, or a 2 year related degree with 5 years of experience.
• Experience - Minimum of 4 years of supervisory experience in an acute care setting.
• Licensure - None. RD or CDM preferred.
• Servsafe or equivalent food safety certification required, or able to be obtained within the first 90 days. Certification must remain throughout tenure.

Location and Travel Requirements:

• Location: Onsite - Throughout the Cayuga Health System dining sites to include Schuyler Hospital, Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility, Cayuga Medical Center, Cayuga Addition and Recovery Services (CARS) & Crisis Prevention Center
• Shift: Days, with flexibility for special events held on campus and community off campus events
• Travel: 25% local travel may be expected in this role to locations listed above when needed

Pay Range Disclosure:

• Salary range of $90,000 - $125,000 annually

Physical Requirements:

• Standing for long periods of time, lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, pushing, pulling and reaching. May be exposed to areas of extreme heat or cold. Primary work location may include loud noises, wet and slippery conditions, exposure to sharp objects. A licensed ability to drive may be necessary.

Centralus Health and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Centralus Health Talent Acquisition team at View email address on us.fitly.work.

I certify that the information contained in this application is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification or omission of information may disqualify me from further consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in termination. In consideration for my employment, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the company, which rules may be changed, withdrawn, added, or interpreted at any time, at the company's sole option and without prior notice to me.

I understand that any hiring decision is contingent upon my successful completion of all of the Company's lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks, which may include a background check, drug screen, employment references, and licensing review. If I am made a conditional offer of employment, I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks. Such checks will not be conducted until allowed under applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand if I have a criminal background, it will not automatically disqualify me from employment unless otherwise required by law. I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment checks.

I also understand that the Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has a drug and alcohol testing program consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand that after a conditional offer of employment, I must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.

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