Nutritional Services Coordinator - Catering

DCH Nutritional Services is a vital department within the DCH Health System dedicated to providing exceptional food service to patients, staff, and visitors while maintaining high standards of quality, sanitation, and customer satisfaction. The department operates in a fast-paced, dynamic healthcare environment, ensuring that nutritional needs are met in a safe and timely manner. It emphasizes compliance with stringent hospital policies and maintains a strong focus on patient safety, employee satisfaction, and operational efficiency. The department is committed to excellence, upholding DCH's Behavioral Standards, and fostering positive relationships among staff, patients, families, and colleagues. As a part of the DCH Health System, the Nutritional Services Department values teamwork, leadership, and continuous improvement to support the overall well-being of its community.Within this supportive and challenging environment, the role of Assistant Supervisor is essential to oversee daily operations and assist in managing employees to meet departmental goals. This position requires a highly organized professional with demonstrated leadership skills and experience in food service management. The Assistant Supervisor will play a crucial role in ensuring that all operational standards—ranging from food safety to service quality and sanitation—are consistently achieved. This includes scheduling and staffing adjustments, managing sanitation duties, enforcing departmental policies, and resolving customer and patient concerns effectively. The role demands active participation in employee training, evaluations, and conflict resolution, emphasizing a positive, optimistic leadership approach that supports team success and operational excellence. The Assistant Supervisor also coordinates catering functions, supervises meal service presentation, and ensures that food displays adhere to health and safety standards. Candidates should expect to work in physically demanding conditions with exposure to hot and cold environments, and must be capable of safely handling equipment and materials. The position requires adherence to all relevant policies and the use of various software systems to manage schedules, training, and communications. Overall, the Assistant Supervisor role is integral to the Nutritional Services Department’s mission of delivering excellent food service in a healthcare setting, achieving performance standards, and maintaining a safe, clean, and supportive workplace. This employment opportunity offers a chance to make a meaningful impact within a leading health system while advancing a career in food service management with a focus on quality, safety, and leadership.