Assistant Dietary Services Manager

CCH Healthcare; Hickory (NC); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 62.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO

Retirement plan options

Competitive pay

Professional growth

Zusammenfassung

Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Taylorsville, NC is seeking an Assistant Dietary Services Manager to assist with the daily operations of the dietary department and to support the Dietary Services Manager in delivering quality meals and service.

You will supervise staff, ensure food safety, manage scheduling, and coordinate with nursing and the dietitian to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. This role offers opportunities for growth within healthcare dining services.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous food service experience required; supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Healthcare, skilled nursing, long-term care, senior living, or institutional food service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling practices.
• ServSafe/Serv Plate Certification required.
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification is a plus, but not required unless applicable to the position.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with employees, residents, families, and facility leadership.

Aufgaben

• Assist the Dietary Services Manager with daily department operations, meal preparation, service, and sanitation.
• Help supervise, support, and provide direction to dietary staff.
• Assist with employee scheduling and maintaining appropriate department coverage.
• Monitor meal service to ensure resident preferences and dietary needs are followed.
• Work collaboratively with the dietary services team, nursing, dietitian, and facility leadership.
• Help maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with inventory, ordering, receiving, and storage of food and supplies.
• Monitor kitchen and dining areas for cleanliness and safety.
• Support staff training and ongoing education.
• Assist in monitoring resident satisfaction and dining-related concerns.

Kenntnisse

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership abilities

Food service experience

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Jobbeschreibung

Full-Time - Assistant Dietary Services Manager

Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center - Taylorsville, NC

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Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dependable and motivated Assistant Dietary Services Manager to join our team and support the daily operations of our Dietary Services Department.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced food service professional who enjoys working with both people and processes. In this role, you will work closely with the Dietary Services Manager to help ensure our residents receive quality meals, excellent service, and a positive dining experience every day.

If you have strong leadership skills, enjoy being hands-on, and are looking to grow your career in healthcare dining services, we would love to connect with you.

Position Overview

The Assistant Dietary Services Manager supports the Dietary Services Manager with the day-to-day operations of the department, including staff supervision, meal service, sanitation, food safety, scheduling, inventory, and regulatory compliance.

This position serves as a key member of the dietary leadership team and helps ensure department operations run smoothly while maintaining a clean, safe, organized, and resident-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Dietary Services Manager with daily department operations, meal preparation, service, and sanitation
• Help supervise, support, and provide direction to dietary staff
• Assist with employee scheduling and maintaining appropriate department coverage
• Monitor meal service to help ensure resident preferences, dietary needs, and meal specifications are followed
• Work collaboratively with the Dietary Services Manager, nursing team, dietitian, and facility leadership
• Help maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, infection control, and applicable regulatory requirements
• Assist with inventory, ordering, receiving, and proper storage of food and supplies
• Monitor kitchen and dining areas to ensure cleanliness, organization, and safety standards are maintained
• Support staff training, orientation, and ongoing education
• Assist in monitoring resident satisfaction and responding appropriately to dining-related concerns
• Maintain required records and documentation as assigned
• Step in to support department operations as needed to ensure consistent meal service and resident satisfaction

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous food service experience required; supervisory or leadership experience preferred
• Healthcare, skilled nursing, long-term care, senior living, or institutional food service experience preferred
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling practices
• ServSafe/Serv Plate Certification required
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification is a plus, but not required unless applicable to the position
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with employees, residents, families, and facility leadership
• Dependable, hands-on, and comfortable working in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Commitment to providing excellent service and a positive experience for our residents

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement plan options
• Supportive leadership and team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the daily lives of our residents