Food Services Location: Pittsfield, MA Duration: 13 Weeks Description: Under the direct supervision of the Multi-site Director of Food Services manages day-to-day operations of the food service department to achieve high quality food delivery & customer service in food service department at all Berkshire Medical Center campuses. Plans, administers and directs all unit activities related to resident/patient nutrition care and food service complying with the standards established by Berkshire Health Systems, regulatory agencies and client. Leads supervisors, diet technicians and patient service staff. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other departments to provide a unified approach to patient/resident care. Level of impact is within own operation. Provides oversight of diet office software menu systems and successful interface of the menu system with food production and service. Acts on behalf of the organization, managing supervisors and staff to ensure that menu/meal service is provided for all patients as a level consistent with department standards. Approves time off, vacation and weekly payroll for all foodservice staff Other Requirements (Include but not limited to): Training or ability to train and manage dietary office systems required. Viewed as a role model for professionalism. Ability to interpret and administer standards and policies. Demonstrated leadership ability, communication of a strong work ethic and commitment toward excellence in the food service profession. Excellent communication skills; communicates effectively with patients, family members, staff and any other customer. Well organized and able to handle a variety of assignments simultaneously. Demonstrated understanding of regulatory standards. Demonstrated dependability. Effectiveness in confronting problems and resolving conflict. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with employees, manager, director and other staff. Demonstrated positive attitude, initiative and flexibility to provide role model leadership daily 2 yrs current nutrition/food service Supervisory or Leadership experience Food Service Emr Or Nutrition Software Experience Required - High school diploma required Food service management education from an accredited program preferred As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability status, political affiliation, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.