Mount Carmel Behavioral Health, a joint partnership between Acadia Healthcare, is an 80-bed hospital that provides acute inpatient and outpatient care for adult men and women, age 18 and above, who have been experiencing mental or behavioral health challenges. We also offer focused care for individuals whose primary psychiatric diagnosis is accompanied by co-occurring addiction.  We are seeking an experienced Manager of Food and Nutrition Services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Plan, coordinate or direct purchasing, food planning, preparation and serving.

· Maintenance of sanitary standards in the preparation areas, kitchen, serving and dining areas of the facility.

· Coordination with Dietitian or clinical leadership to plan menus that are varied, nutritionally balanced and appetizing.

· Review, plan menus and prepare projected menu plans.

· Interpret recipes, modified diet plans and proper portion control in accordance with approved policy or clinical direction.

· Provide staff management including hiring, development, training, performance management and communication to ensure effective and efficient department operation.

· Analyze food costs and assist with departmental budget issues.

· Orient, train and coach team members on operational guidelines, organizational policies and procedures.

OTHER FUNCTIONS: 

· Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.