Diet Office Dietitian Supervisor

This position is assigned full professional and administrative responsibility for the Diet Office, Dietetic Assistants, Diet Kitchen, and Expressed Breast Milk Program. The position will oversee the daily functions and overall maintenance of Hospitality Suites Computrition, including all software updates and managing the integrity of data for food items, recipes, and menus. The position will oversee the daily functions and overall maintenance of the Aeroscout temperature monitoring program. The incumbent is responsible for dietetic assistant recruitment, onboarding, training, timekeeping, performance management, and corrective actions. The incumbent will manage the labor budget and assist with justifying new positions or program enhancements. The incumbent will collaborate with the Patient Services Manager to implement new patient menus and maintain the Diet Manual policy for the hospital. This position serves as preceptor to the UC Davis Health Dietetic Internship program and will contribute to the training of dietetic interns during the internship orientation and management rotation.

As a Patient Services Supervisor, this position will assist in the overall management of patient services operations, including performance improvement projects, training programs, and policy and procedure development and revisions. The incumbent will supervise operations for the trayline, pot dish, and host areas in the absence of the Trayline Supervisor. The incumbent will participate on interdepartmental committees as a representative of the patient services area as well as the diet office of the Food and Nutrition Services department.

This position develops and implements standards for education and in-service programs ensuring the education and training experience are appropriate for all staff in accordance with The Joint Commission, California Department of Public Health, Title 22, CMS, Sacramento County Environmental Management Department and UCDH policies and procedures.

Apply By Date: 5/9/2025 at 11:59 pm - Interviews and recruiting process may occur at any time

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' Commission on Dietetic Registration
• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Management, or related field, granted by a U.S. regionally accredited college or University, or foreign equivalent education.
• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in the field of nutrition.
• Supervisory and/or leadership experience to select, train, motivate, recognize, supervise, evaluate the performance of staff and ensure operational success.
• Experience providing customer service and service recovery.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word.
• Must have knowledge in age specific foods and nutritional needs for menu development, diet manual review, and intern training.
• Skill to evaluate and interpret food code and other regulations.
• Must be organized, able to work immediately and sent up processes where no precedent has been set.
• Skill to write professional reports, give presentations, and teach classes.
• Skill to write and interpret policies and procedures to evaluate and develop operations.
• Skill to develop new programs, staffing plans, schedules, training programs.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Skill to solve problems and make decisions.
• Must be able to ambulate throughout UCDH.

Preferred Qualifications

• ServSafe Certification (active or obtained within 6 months of hire)
• Specialty certification in area of expertise.
• Master's degree in Nutrition, Public Health or Food Management.
• Experience with facilitating team building, engagement, and training programs
• Experience with performance management.
• Experience working with food safety auditors and food safety regulations.
• Experience working with union contracts.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• 80% - Supervision, Patient Services
• 15% - Training, Development and Assessment
• 5% - Maintains Current Professional Practice

Department Overview

Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) provides food services to patients, staff and visitors at UC Davis Health and clinical nutrition services for patients.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $7,666.67 - $14,333.33
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: Grade 24
• UC Job Title: NTRTN AND DIETARY HC SUPV 2
• UC Job Code: 004195
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): 8 hours
• Location: Surgery & Emergency Serv PAV (HSP010)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site
• This is not a H-1b Visa Opportunity

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
* UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan, and our strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here.

The University of California, Davis, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks