Queens Hospital Center is making good on its promise to the people of southeastern and central Queens to maximize both patient convenience and positive clinical outcomes. Residents of Queens can count on the delivery of quality medical care right in their own borough. In 2002 the hospital opened a state-of-the-art, 261-bed facility that includes the Queens Cancer Center, the first comprehensive cancer treatment center in the borough.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Work Shifts

8:00 A.M - 4:00 P.M

Job Description

Under general supervision, plans and directs the operation of a major division of a dietary service. In addition to performing the duties of Assignment Level I at a more difficult and responsible level, performs the following:
1. Directs and supervises work of dietitians, dietetic technicians, food service supervisors, cooks and helpers in a unit of a dietetic department. Is responsible for personnel work schedules and performance ratings.
2. Participates in menus planning. Evaluates and adjusts master menus to assure nutritional adequacy of therapeutic diets. Consults with medical staff concerning food service and nutritional needs of clients.
3. Inspects assigned food service for compliance with accepted standards, departmental and/or other regulatory agencies' policies related to food preparation, portion control, tray service, sanitation of work areas, use and care of equipment and supplies.
4. Inspects or supervises the inspection of all foods, supplies, and equipment upon receipt for compliance with specifications.
5. Prepares or assists with the preparation of estimates of food requirements and monthly requisitions, and may monitor expenditures.
6. Develops educational and training program for professional and auxiliary staff.
7. Maintains records and writes reports.
8. Provides nutritional counseling for outpatients.
9. Supervises and participates in the planning for patient's nutritional care and education both in the hospital and the out-patient department.
10. Develops and directs the dietetic teaching program, in accordance with the New York State requirements; plans and conducts courses in diet therapy, nutrition and cookery, including laboratory sessions and practice work.

Minimum Qualifications
1. Registration or eligibility for registration by the CDR as a Registered Dietitian or New York State Certification as a Dietitian-Nutritionist.

If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online at employment.nychhc.org.

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs

Vacancy Control Board Number

VCB #: QNS-11092023-15050