Manager - Food & Nutritional Services

Company: Acadia Healthcare
Location: Boston
Posted on: May 23, 2025

Job Description:

OverviewProjected to open in October 2025, Hopewood Recovery Center will offer treatment for Substance Use Disorder to women needing treatment at the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) 3.5 Residential Treatment Level of Care. Located near South Boston, Virginia, on our tranquil 200-acre campus, Hopewood Recovery Center will provide trauma-focused treatment in a serene setting, well suited for recovery. We are now searching for team members committed to helping others improve their lives.The Manager of Food & Nutritional Services is responsible for managing the daily operation of department(s) that prepare and serve food and beverages.ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan, coordinate, or direct purchasing, food planning, preparation, and serving.
• Maintain sanitary standards in the preparation areas, kitchen, serving, and dining areas of the facility.
• Coordinate 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 ensure 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.QualificationsEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Food Service Management, Human Nutrition, or related field preferred.
• Four or more years' experience in food services role with 2+ years' experience in a supervisory capacity in food services.LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
  • ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state and facility.
  • Required completion of coursework and a passing score on the examination for Certified Dietary Manager, or active pursuit of license/certification, where required by the state and facility.We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of characteristics protected by applicable state, federal, and local laws.
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