Certified Dietary Manager

Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent health plans

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

Job summary

Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a Dietary Services Manager to lead the hospital kitchen operations, drive menu development, purchasing, production and service, and manage the dietary budget with strong cost-control practices.

The role requires a Certified Dietary Manager and ServSafe certification, a valid NC driver’s license, and proven leadership in healthcare food service. Join a team focused on patient and customer service in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Certified Dietary Manager Certification is required.
• ServSafe Certification is required.
• Active NC Driver's License with clean record is required.
• Experience in hospital dietary services or healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day kitchen operations and staff.
• Oversee menu development, purchasing, production and service.
• Control the dietary department budget through cost management systems.
• Train, coach and recognize staff while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

Healthcare management

Safety awareness

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Certified Dietary Manager Certification

Job description

Responsibilities

Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services is the Piedmont Triad's only private psychiatric hospital meeting the behavioral healthcare needs of our community. Our 164-bed inpatient services for adults and adolescents offers comprehensive and individual assessments, psychiatric evaluation and medication stabilization, daily group therapy and personalized aftercare planning. We also offer a Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Treatment Program to ensure the continuum of care for our patients. Old Vineyard is accredited by The Joint Commission and certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services is the Piedmont Triad's only private psychiatric hospital meeting the behavioral healthcare needs of our community. Our 164-bed inpatient services for adults and adolescents offers comprehensive and individual assessments, psychiatric evaluation and medication stabilization, daily group therapy and personalized aftercare planning. We also offer a Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Treatment Program to ensure the continuum of care for our patients. Old Vineyard is accredited by The Joint Commission and certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

We are currently seeking a Dietary Services Manager to join our talented and caring team. Our ideal candidate will possess the ability to manage in a diverse environment with focus on patient and customer service, building and maintaining positive working relationships with all hospital staff and demonstrating professional, effective communication skills. The preferred candidate will have a proven background of success in the healthcare industry in both service and kitchen environments.

The Dietary Services Manager's primary responsibility is the day-to-day management of the Kitchen function and staff. This is accomplished through planning, directing, and controlling all food service related activities including: menu development, purchasing, production, and service while managing the dietary department operating budget through effective cost control procedures and systems.

The Dietary Services Manager is further responsible for the training, coaching and recognition of staff as well as ensuring that all employees understand and comply with hospital policies and health and safety rules. Is responsible for maintaining and promoting a clean and safe work environment by following applicable state/local/federal health, safety, and food handling regulations.

Benefits For Dietary Managers Include

• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Pet Insurance
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Certified Dietary Manager Certification required
• ServSafe Certification required
• Background Check, Drug Screen, and Professional References required for employment
• Must have active NC Driver's License free of major infractions
• Must be willing/able to step in to cover Dietary Aide and/or Cook as needed
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective management and supervisory practices. Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to plan, direct, and monitor others’ activities with demonstrated leadership abilities that contribute to a positive work environment.

EEO Statement

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