Senior Manager, Nutrition Care Food Services

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education.

Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO / AA

This position provides leadership and senior-level management to the Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) and / or University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, Food Service establishments.

It focuses on the operational strategies, priorities and initiatives across multiple food service establishments. In collaboration with the Director, the incumbent participates in strategic planning, leadership, project management and financial objectives for the multiple areas.

The incumbent will also provide insight into operational performance and make recommendations for improvement. The incumbent will also evaluate current and proposed operational systems and procedures by collecting and analyzing data from operational practices, emerging industry trends, expansion opportunities and financial objectives to improve performance, process improvement and create a division of excellence.

This position is not responsible for providing patient care.

Responsibilities

Works with all leaders within the Service Delivery Area to develop, implement, assess and monitor plans and tactics that will improve patient / customer experience outcomes while also meeting other organizational objectives.

Engages in, supports, and helps to develop operational initiatives with all food service areas.

Engages in creative thinking for streamlining the processes, data analysis, and work activities in the food service areas.

Contributes as a key member of the food service leadership team and other committees addressing various strategic outcomes and initiatives.

Proactively engages with all internal and external business partners to achieve planned goals and organization business objectives.

Forms positive associations with staff, peers, and senior leadership to support the mission, vision, values, and performance standards of the organization.

Ability to translate strategy into clear, concise and actionable initiatives and action plans.

Develops and maintains market-specific strategies consistent with evolving methodologies and technologies.

Analyzes data to identify and recommend new processes, procedures and improvements within the business operation.

Responsible for developing, monitoring and achieving budget goals.

Manages labor and non-labor budgets to maximize potential revenue.

Directs and promotes continuous process improvements across multiple service lines.

Identifies and recommends strategies to streamline and improve operational efficiencies.

Promotes and engages in all initiatives in support of creating the Exceptional Patient Experience.

Responsible for patient satisfaction scores within the assigned Service Delivery Area.

Responsible to provide leadership on project objectives, meeting the operational goals and deliverables for all projects assigned.

Responsible to manage and resolve any business and / or professional conflicts in a proactive manner and to reach resolutions in a timely manner.

Provides feedback on performance, including on-time appraisals and coaching, when appropriate.

Actively engages staff with updates and news as well as involving staff in decisions and work teams.

Responsible for upholding PROMISE standards in all internal and external interactions.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Health Care Administration, Public Health, or the equivalency.

Five years of progressively more responsible managerial experience.

Current Food Protection Manager certification, accredited by ANSI.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Public Health, Health Care Administration, Management, or a related area.

Operational experience in health care food service management.

At least five years of experience in food service management.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

This is a sedentary position in an office setting that may exert up to 10 pounds and may lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

This position involves sitting most of the time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Physical Requirements

Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and / or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking

Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed

To inquire about this posting, email : [email protected]

EEO Statement

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and / or drug screen.

Requisition Number : 72028

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Reg / Temp : Regular

Employment Type : Full-Time

Shift : Day

Work Schedule : Monday-Friday

Clinical / Non-Clinical Status : Non-Clinical

Location Name : Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI)

City : SALT LAKE CITY

State : UT

Department : HMH IPC 93C NUTR CARE SVC PAT

Category : Food / Nutrition

Workplace Set Up : On-site

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