Food Service Supervisor

Job Posting: Food Service Supervisor

Location: Plymouth, MN - Onsite

Job Type Full-time, Exempt

Department: Dietary

Reports To: Director of Dietary

Job Summary

The Food Service Supervisor, in partnership with the Director of Dietary, supports the overall operation of the Dietary Department by providing direct supervision of staff, coordinating daily departmental activities, and promoting quality service delivery. This position assists with operational planning, regulatory compliance, resource stewardship, and resident-centered dining services while exercising independent judgment and discretion in the supervision of staff and day-to-day departmental operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Department Operations & Oversight

• Provide day-to-day supervision of the Dietary Department, including staff oversight, workflow coordination, and operational support to ensure quality service and department effectiveness.

• Assists with process improvements to support operational goals and quality outcomes.

• Supports the delivery of high-quality dietary services that meet resident needs, physician orders, facility policies, regulatory requirements, and customer service expectations, promoting resident satisfaction and quality of life.

• Staff Supervision & Leadership

• Monitor performance, provide coaching and training, and ensure adherence to departmental policies and procedures.

• Provide input regarding employee performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions.

• Foster a positive and productive work environment while promoting accountability and teamwork.

• Ability to adapt to changes in daily work hours and schedule.

• Budget & Resource Management

• Support the Director of Dietary in overseeing food, supply, and equipment procurement activities, ensuring purchases align with operational needs, budget objectives, and department goals.

• Assist the Director of Dietary in promoting effective stewardship of departmental resources through budget awareness, operational efficiency, and responsible utilization of supplies and equipment.

• Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Assist in ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations related to food service, sanitation, infection control, resident rights, and dietary services.

• Assist the Director of Dietary in evaluating departmental operations through audits and inspections and support corrective actions to address identified opportunities for improvement.

• Maintain required records, reports, and documentation in collaboration with Director of Dietary.

• Daily Functions

• Responsible for prep cook functions to support the cooks,

• Work the cook shift in the absence of a cook approximately 2-4 days a pay period, more during cooks' time off.

• Monitor resident meal service quality and satisfaction.

• Assist the Activities department with special functions and holiday events.

• Address dietary service concerns raised by residents, family members, and staff in the absence of Director of Dietary.

• Ability to adapt to changes in daily work hours and schedule.

• Perform other related duties as assigned in support of resident care and dietary operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Prior experience in dietary, nutrition, or food service operations in a skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or senior living environment is preferred. Experience working with older adults and understanding resident-centered service principles is beneficial.
• ServSafe Certification required or obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Demonstrated ability to cook varied menu items, prepare sauces from scratch, and execute baking techniques while maintaining strict food safety and handling practices.
• Prior experience with supervising employees, and regulatory compliance is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage priorities, and exercise independent judgment.
• Familiar with computers, email, and standard office software.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a professional manner, both verbally and in writing, consistent with the requirements of the position.
• Must meet all health requirements, including immunizations and infection control protocols, as required by applicable regulations and facility policies.
• Must be able to pass a State of Minnesota Department of Human Services criminal background study, as well as a United States Office of the Inspector General Exclusion search.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Ability to endure prolonged walking, standing, Frequent bending, stooping, and squats, twists, kneel, and Frequently Push and pull carts and equipment, and Reach above shoulder level.
• Must be able to safely lift up to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 45 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to read small print in typed and written material.
• Possesses the ability to communicate effectively with residents and co-workers and to respond appropriately to emergency alarms.
• Able to Concentrate and complete assignments with frequent interruptions.

Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation, consistent with the Minnesota Human Rights Act (MHRA).

Commitment to excellent customer service

Willingness to learn and follow established procedures.

Salary/Pay Range and Benefits: $45,760-$52,000 annually, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications. Benefits may be available based on employment status and eligibility requirements and may include medical, dental, life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, PTO, and paid holidays, in accordance with applicable benefit plans and company policies.

Available Shift: The work schedule is between 10 days per pay period, AM/PM shifts may vary during the week and require working every other weekend.

About Mission Nursing Home (MNH)

Opened in 1964 as the only skilled-care facility in Minnesota exclusively for men, Mission Nursing Home provides care for up to 70 residents who experience a variety of physical and behavioral health issues. We provide a home that reaffirms the dignity and self-worth of men, who experience physical or behavioral health challenges, through compassionate, supportive and rehabilitative care.

Mission Nursing Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer.

Mission Nursing Home participates in E-Verify.