What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Food and Nutrition position at La Palma Intercommunity Hospital?
Oversees the food safety and nutritional care aspects of the Food and Nutrition Services Department to ensure full compliance with federal, state and other regulatory agencies. Ensures the efficiency of food prepared in the department taking into consideration food safety, nutritional adequacy and appropriate patient nutritional care responsible for the development and enforcement of policies and procedures that direct clinical services, food preparation, distribution and service, purchasing, sanitation, safety practices, performance improvement, and staff education and development.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Registered Dietitian (RD) required.
2. Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Food & Nutrition or related field or relevant experience.
3. Two (2) years experience in the fields of nutrition and food service management desirable.
4. Food Safety Certification from an accredited organization and maintain current.
