What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Services Coordinator position at MercyOne?
Position Purpose:
Coordinate high-quality, nutritionally appropriate food services for diverse populations, including patients, visitors, and staff. Support the Food & Nutrition Services Manager by managing costs within the approved budget while enhancing culinary operations.
- Oversee culinary operations, focusing on patient and retail services.
- Collaborate with cooks to refine menus and recipes; contribute to regional menu development.
- Manage food preparation and service, ensuring compliance with policies and sanitation standards.
- Order and oversee food supplies within budget guidelines.
- Maintain detailed records, including meal counts and departmental documentation.
- Train and mentor food service staff while addressing inquiries.
- Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations and Trinity Health policies.
Full-time: 64 hours per pay period (.8 FTE). Weekend and holiday rotations required. Flexible shifts between 5:30 AM – 7:00 PM.
- Required: ServSafe Certification; formal training or experience in large-scale institutional food production.
- Preferred: Completion of a 90-hour food service supervisor course and six months of supervisory experience.
- Strong communication, decision-making, and clerical skills.
At MercyOne, we care about your well-being. Our benefits include:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans.
- Wellness programs and paid time off.
- Long- and short-term leave options.
- Retirement planning and life insurance.
MercyOne Northeast Iowa serves eight counties with three medical centers and over 30 clinics. With 2,500 colleagues, we provide compassionate, expert care to our communities. Our facilities include:
- MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center (Area Level III Trauma Center, Accredited Chest Pain Center).
- MercyOne Cedar Falls and Oelwein Medical Centers (Community Level IV Trauma Designation).
Join MercyOne’s mission to serve with reverence, commitment, and integrity. Apply now to be part of our compassionate team!
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
