Dietary Supervisor

Cottage Hospital is seeking an experienced and motivated Dietary Supervisor to support the daily operations of our Food & Nutrition Department. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing food production, supervising dietary staff, maintaining quality and sanitation standards, and ensuring efficient kitchen operations in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

The Dietary Supervisor will work closely with the Food & Nutrition Director to coordinate production schedules, monitor inventory and equipment needs, maintain compliance with food safety regulations, and foster a collaborative, team-focused culture within the department.

This is an excellent opportunity for a culinary professional who enjoys leadership, mentoring staff, and creating high-quality food service experiences while contributing to patient care and hospital operations.

• Supervise and support dietary staff during daily food production
• Train, mentor, and develop team members while serving as a department resource
• Open and oversee daily production kitchen operations
• Assign production teams and establish daily priorities
• Monitor workflow efficiency, food quality, cleanliness, and organization
• Ensure meals are prepared accurately and within designated timeframes
• Assist with inventory oversight and communicate supply or equipment needs
• Maintain proper sanitation, storage, and food safety standards
• Lead daily staff meetings and provide clear communication regarding production expectations and special instructions
• Collaborate with the Food & Nutrition Director regarding production flow, ordering needs, and staffing efficiency
• Support departmental and hospital safety procedures and emergency protocols
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and additional assignments as needed

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Culinary, hospitality, or vocational/technical training preferred
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a cook in a healthcare, catering, hospitality, restaurant, or similar culinary environment
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience in a kitchen or food service department preferred
• ServSafe certification and Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification preferred or ability to obtain
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and multitasking skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented healthcare environment

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to push, pull, lift, or carry up to 50 pounds

At Cottage Hospital, we value teamwork, compassion, and service excellence while supporting the health and wellbeing of our patients, residents, staff, and community.