Assistant Dietary Manager - Day Shift Leader

Genacross Lutheran Services; Holland (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Genacross Lutheran Services in Ohio is hiring an Assistant Dietary Manager for a full-time day shift (11 am–7 pm). You must be able to work every other weekend and holidays, and you will supervise dietary staff and kitchen operations.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED; ServSafe Manager Certification or the ability to obtain it within 90 days; 1–2 years of supervisory experience in a high-volume food service; knowledge of therapeutic diets and texture modifications is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• ServSafe Manager Certification required, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• 1–2 years supervisory or team lead experience in a high-volume food service environment required.
• Experience in long-term care, senior living, or healthcare dietary services strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets, texture modifications (IDDSI standards), and food safety regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to learn clinical dietary software.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, bend, reach, push food carts, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Dietary Services in overseeing daily kitchen operations, food preparation, and meal service to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Supervise, train, and support dietary staff, including coordinating schedules, assigning tasks, and managing daily workflows.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, infection control, and regulatory standards.
• Monitor meal preparation, portion control, therapeutic diets, and texture modifications to meet residents' nutritional needs.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and Registered Dietitians to accommodate specialized diets and resident preferences.
• Promote a positive dining experience by addressing resident concerns and gathering feedback to improve meal quality and service.
• Assist with inventory management, purchasing, food storage, and waste reduction.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including temperature logs, sanitation records, and quality assurance audits.
• Provide hands-on support with meal preparation, serving, tray assembly, and kitchen operations as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Knowledge of therapeutic diets

Microsoft Office

Clinical dietary software

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe Manager Certification or eligible within 90 days

Tools

Microsoft Office

Dietary software

Job description

Genacross Lutheran Services in Ohio is hiring an Assistant Dietary Manager for a full-time day shift (11 am–7 pm). You must be able to work every other weekend and holidays, and you will supervise dietary staff and kitchen operations.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED; ServSafe Manager Certification or the ability to obtain it within 90 days; 1–2 years of supervisory experience in a high-volume food service; knowledge of therapeutic diets and texture modifications is preferred.