Food and Nutrition Service Supervisor - County of Riverside
Moreno Valley, CA 92551
About the Job
Riverside University Health System Medical Center (RUHS - MC) seeks a Food and Nutrition Services Supervisor to join the team at the medical center campus located in Moreno Valley, CA.
Under general direction, the Food and Nutrition Service Supervisor supervises and coordinates the work of Food and Nutrition Services personnel at the medical center, assists in the planning of menus and food quantity requirements for patients, performs the duties of food service personnel as necessary, and performs other related duties as required.
The Food and Nutrition Services Supervisor is the supervising level classification in the Cook and Food Service Worker series and reports to the Food and Nutrition Services Manager. Incumbents are responsible for oversight of the day-to-day operations, scheduling, and supervision of food service personnel related to preparing, cooking, and serving general and specialized meals.
Possession of a valid Food Handler Card is required.
Schedule:
Mon-Fri with rotating weekends/split weekdays
Evening shift primarily 12:45 pm-9:45 pm and occasionally 10 am-6:30 pm
Location:
RUHS Medical Center, with coverage at other RUHS facilities as needed. A valid CDL and insurance are required.
Questions? Contact the recruiter Angela Levinson 951-955-5564 or alevinson@rivco.org .
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Supervise and train food service personnel engaged in the preparation, cooking and serving of meals for visitors, County employees and patients, as well as special meals for patients with diets.
• Recommend substitute meals when scheduled food supplies are not available; attend Food Management team meetings to plan menus, evaluate and recommend changes in food service work methods, systems, and procedures to achieve greater efficiency; meet with the Food and Nutrition Services Manager and dietitians; participate in the ordering of supplies and equipment, and coordination of kitchen activities.
• Ensure meals are prepared correctly and served on time.
• Inspect and direct the cleaning of food preparation areas, kitchen equipment, dining rooms, and storerooms in order to comply with state, County and hospital sanitation laws, rules and regulations.
• Inspect all food service operations to ensure safety and sanitation.
• Carry out security and inventory controls of equipment and food supplies.
• Plan, organize and coordinate the work of food service personnel engaged in ordering and receiving supplies, food preparation, service and delivery, cleanup activities, and retail/cash register operation.
• Prepare and adjust work schedules, as needed, to meet the needs of the department.
• Plan and supervise rotational training sessions.
• Participate in the selection of prospective employees and assist in the evaluation of subordinate employee performance reviews.
• Inspect and ensure kitchen equipment is maintained and operated according to safety procedures; prepare and maintain records and reports on work and food preparation activities.
• May be required to perform cook or food service worker duties as necessary.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test.
Experience: One year in a lead capacity for a food services unit in a hospital, institution or commercial establishment involved with the preparation, cooking and serving of food in quantity and variety or coordinating the work of food service personnel, planning menus, selecting and developing recipes, and purchasing food supplies. (Completion of 15 semester or 22 quarter units from an accredited college or university, preferably with course work in food and nutrition, dietetics, institutional food management, food services management, or a related field to the assignment may substitute for up to six months of the required lead experience.)
Knowledge of: The principles of organization, supervision and training of food service personnel; the fundamentals of dietetics; the practices, methods and equipment used in preparing, cooking and serving food in large quantities; sanitation methods of the cleaning and caring of equipment; the practices of ordering, storing and inventorying large quantities of food; common weights and measures; the use of utensils, knives, measures, and equipment used in food preparation; occupational hazards and safety precautions of kitchen areas and equipment.
Ability to: Supervise and train a large staff of hospital food service personnel in the preparing and cooking of general and special diets from established recipes; direct and coordinate cooking processes to ensure nutritional meals are prepared and served on time; plan menus and estimate food quantity requirements for designated number of meals with minimal waste; follow oral and written directions; inspect and evaluate the work of subordinates; account for a large inventory of equipment and food supplies; maintain cleanliness of food service areas and equipment; perform simple mathematical calculations; provide clear and concise oral and written directions; prepare and maintain work and food preparation activity records and reports; maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the position.
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.
Possession of a valid Food Handler Card or Food Safety Manager Certification.
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference.The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ).
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com .
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MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here .
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
- Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
- Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
- Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.
A new member is defined as any of the following:
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0< 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4< 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)
Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.
SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
DISABILITY - LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
