Nationwide Children's Hospital, a 354-bed facility in Columbus, Ohio is among the most comprehensive, free-standing pediatric academic medical centers in the nation. Nationwide Children's is seeking a Nutrition Services Cafeteria Coordinator (32 hours/week) responsible for managing the activities of the cafeteria including all phases of food distributi...
Nationwide Children's Hospital, a 354-bed facility in Columbus, Ohio is among the most comprehensive, free-standing pediatric academic medical centers in the nation. Nationwide Children's is seeking a Nutrition Services Cafeteria Coordinator (32 hours/week) responsible for managing the activities of the cafeteria including all phases of food distribution and service, cash register procedures, steam table set-up and food display. Primary responsibilities include: accountability for performance effectiveness of all personnel; monitoring for quality food preparation, plating and service; maintenance of customer relations; requisitioning of food and non-food supplies from production maintenance of sanitation and safety standards in the cafeteria operation; equipment maintenance; employee training and foodservice. This is a 32 hour/week position. The work schedule is 6:00am - 2:30pm or 12:30pm - 9pm ; every other weekend.
Duties and Responsibilities:
*Monitors the daily performance of all food service workers in the cafeteria and assures conformance to established job standards
*Establish weekly work schedules within budgetary guidelines for food service workers and cashiers assigned to the cafeteria.
*Evaluates the equipment needs of the operation. Initiates equipment maintenance and repairs, and recommends replacement when necessary.
*Communicates with the Executive Chef , Operations Manager and Production Manager to assure quality products are prepared and the production needs of the operation are adequate. Supervisors will have a knowledge of quality standards of food production, garnishing, food merchandising and displays.
*Establishes and directs on-going sanitation program and cleaning schedules in accordance with departmental policies.
*Maintains an active role in the departmental quality control program. Assists in the resolution of identified problem areas.
Minimum Qualifications:
*High school graduate or equivalent and completion of a Certified Dietary Manager course or enrollment in a college program in Dietetics or Hospitality Management OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Basic and broad knowledge of medical, nutritional, and accounting terminology's; labor laws; employee management principles; and cafeteria and department operations.
*Certified in food protection, or become certified within (6) six months of the date of hire.
*One to two years' progressively responsible experience in a hospital or nursing home nutrition services department setting.
*Analytical ability necessary to resolve problems that may arise during the shift.
*Skill in operating cash register and various food preparation/kitchen equipment (e.g., ovens, dishwashing machines).
*Interpersonal skills necessary to work with department staff, CHI nursing staff and other hospital employees, patients and their families.
*Oral and written communication skills required to prepare reports, and to interact with patients and their families regarding nutrition-related issues.
*Ability to manage multiple areas and projects/priorities simultaneously and to effectively maintain multiple reporting relationships.
For additional information and to apply, please visit our website at: [link removed] Nationwide Children's Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. Candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply
