Food Service Supervisor/Dietetic Technician - Potsdam, NY (Per Diem)

Job Title: Food Service Supervision/Dietetic Technician

Department: Food and Nutrition Services

Location: Canton Potsdam Hospital

Hours Per Week: Per Diem (as needed)

Schedule: Variable shift

SUMMARY:

To formulate standard and individualized diets. Visit patients concerning their diets, supervise patient tray service, supervise “Catering to You” program and supervise the kitchen in the absence of the Food Service Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Makes daily patient rounds and charts in the medical record according to established procedures.

• Monitors patient appetite, weight, and lab values; informs the therapeutic dietitian of any changes in patient orders.

• Reviews returned patient menus daily for diet changes and written-in requests.

• Records calories, sodium intake, diabetic exchanges, diet types, prescriptions, and patient diet changes.

• Responsible for opening and closing the cafeteria and kitchen.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Minimum of one year of supervisory experience as a Dietetic Technician or in a similar role

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Community Health, or a related Nutrition field

• Registered Dietetic Technician (DTR) certification

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar environment