Job Overview
Compensation
Salary
Exact $52,701.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits
retirement savings and pension plans
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
loan forgiveness programs
college tuition discounts
Professional development opportunities
college savings program
Union benefits
Employee Discount Programs
Commuter benefits programs
Job Description
NYC Health + Hospitals/Gouverneur is a distinguished 295-bed Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) situated in Manhattan's historic Lower East Side neighborhood. Known for its outstanding healthcare standards, Gouverneur holds a prestigious 5-Star CMS Quality Rating, emblematic of its commitment to excellence in patient care. As an academic affiliate of the NYU School of Medicine and Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine, Gouverneur offers advanced clinical services and innovative rehabilitation therapies. The facility specializes in providing 24-hour comprehensive care for patients requiring sub-acute, long-term, and hospice care, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech, and vocational rehabilitation. Gouverneur's reputation as a top nursing home is underscored by its ranking as number 2 in the state of New York and number 1 in New York City in Newsweek's Best Nursing Homes in New York 2026. It further received high-performance ratings for both Long-term Care and Short-term Rehabilitation from U.S. News & World Report's Best Nursing Homes in America 2026. NYC Health + Hospitals is committed to delivering high-quality care and upholding a person-centered approach that reflects the ICARE values: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Every employee contributes to this mission through empathic communication and collaborative partnerships with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
The role at NYC Health + Hospitals/Gouverneur is focused on providing leadership in food service operations within this healthcare setting. Specifically, the position supervises food preparation and service in the dietary division of the hospital. Effective food service is essential in maintaining patient health and satisfaction, especially in a Skilled Nursing Facility where dietary needs are complex and varied. This role involves oversight of kitchen operations, staff supervision, and ensuring compliance with sanitation and food safety standards. Responsibilities include managing work schedules, inventory control, food requisition, and quality assurance. The work schedule consists of 11:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. shifts with rotating weekends, reflecting the need for continuous and flexible services in a healthcare environment. The position demands strong organizational skills, knowledge of food service operations, and the ability to train and direct kitchen personnel. It is integral to the healthcare team, ensuring that nourishment services support the overall well-being of patients while adhering to regulatory standards. NYC Health + Hospitals provides a competitive benefits package to support employee health and career growth, emphasizing the organization's commitment to its workforce.
The role at NYC Health + Hospitals/Gouverneur is focused on providing leadership in food service operations within this healthcare setting. Specifically, the position supervises food preparation and service in the dietary division of the hospital. Effective food service is essential in maintaining patient health and satisfaction, especially in a Skilled Nursing Facility where dietary needs are complex and varied. This role involves oversight of kitchen operations, staff supervision, and ensuring compliance with sanitation and food safety standards. Responsibilities include managing work schedules, inventory control, food requisition, and quality assurance. The work schedule consists of 11:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. shifts with rotating weekends, reflecting the need for continuous and flexible services in a healthcare environment. The position demands strong organizational skills, knowledge of food service operations, and the ability to train and direct kitchen personnel. It is integral to the healthcare team, ensuring that nourishment services support the overall well-being of patients while adhering to regulatory standards. NYC Health + Hospitals provides a competitive benefits package to support employee health and career growth, emphasizing the organization's commitment to its workforce.
Job Requirements
- a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent
- completion of a ninety-hour course in food service supervision approved by the American Dietetic Association or New York State Department of Education, and two years full-time experience in quantity food preparation and/or service
- or completion of a two-year Dietetic Technician training program approved by the American Dietetic Association
- a satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Job Qualifications
- a four-year high school diploma or its equivalent
- completion of a ninety-hour course in food service supervision approved by the American Dietetic Association or New York State Department of Education, and two years full-time experience in quantity food preparation and/or service
- or completion of a two-year Dietetic Technician training program approved by the American Dietetic Association
- or a satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Job Duties
- supervises the operation of a hospital kitchen section or food distribution unit
- instructs and supervises cooks, dietary aides, and other staff in food preparation and service
- supervises sanitation and housekeeping activities to ensure compliance with food safety standards
- prepares work schedules and assigns duties, ensuring adequate personnel coverage
- receives and inspects food and supply deliveries, supervising storage and distribution
- requisitions foods and supplies, maintains accurate inventory records and submits required reports
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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