Dietary Manager

Altoona Health & Rehab; Altoona (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching contributions

Dental, health, vision, and life ins.

Paid time off

Job summary

Altoona Health and Rehab is seeking a Dietary Manager to lead the dietary department at 6532 Walnut Grove Rd., Altoona. You will plan menus, supervise kitchen operations, and ensure high-quality, nutritious meals for residents.

The role includes managing staff, overseeing safety and sanitation, and coordinating with nursing and administration to meet resident needs in a compliant, resident-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in dietary management and team supervision.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise all aspects of food preparation, production, and service.
• Develop nutritious menus meeting dietary needs and resident preferences.
• Oversee inventory, ordering, receiving, and storage to minimize waste.
• Train and supervise dietary staff to ensure food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with nursing, activities, and administration to address resident needs.

Job description

Join our team at Altoona Health and Rehab as a Dietary Manager! Located at 6532 Walnut Grove Rd., Altoona, Altoona Health and Rehab is dedicated to providing nutritious and delicious meals for our residents. We are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Dietary Manager to oversee our dietary department and ensure the delivery of high-quality food services.

As a Dietary Manager, you will play a key role in planning, organizing, and supervising all aspects of food preparation, production, and service. You will collaborate with the dietary team to create nutritious and appetizing menus that meet the dietary needs and preferences of our residents.

Key Responsibilities of a Dietary Manager:

Developing and implementing menus that meet the nutritional requirements and dietary restrictions of residents, while also considering their preferences and cultural backgrounds. Overseeing food preparation, production, and service to ensure meals are prepared in accordance with established recipes, portion sizes, and quality standards. Managing food and supply inventory, including ordering, receiving, storing, and rotating items to minimize waste and ensure freshness. Supervising and training dietary staff, including cooks, dietary aides, and servers, to ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards, as well as facility policies and procedures. Conducting regular inspections of the kitchen, dining areas, and storage areas to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including cleanliness, sanitation, and proper storage of food and supplies. Collaborating with other departments, including nursing, activities, and administration, to coordinate meal service and address resident needs and concerns. Participating in interdisciplinary team meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and regulatory surveys to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

In addition to the rewarding work environment, Altoona Health and Rehab is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Dental, health, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Paid time off

We are currently hiring for a full-time Dietary Manager position.

If you are a skilled, organized, and creative individual with a passion for culinary arts and nutrition.

If you are a proactive, detail-oriented, and customer-focused individual with a passion for food service and dietary management, Join us in providing nutritious and satisfying meals that enhance the quality of life for our residents.

Background Checks:

As part of the employment process, all candidates may be subject to a background check. This check may include, but is not limited to, criminal history, employment verification, education verification, and reference checks. The information obtained through these background checks will be used solely to evaluate your suitability for employment. Any discrepancies or false information provided may result in disqualification from consideration or termination if already employed. By applying for employment, you consent to the background check process as outlined above.

Drug Screening:

This organization is committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace. All candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to undergo drug screening. Drug screening may include testing for illegal substances and certain prescription medications that may impair job performance or safety. Refusal to undergo drug screening or testing positive for prohibited substances may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or disciplinary action, up to and including termination. By applying for employment, you consent to the drug screening process as outlined above.

Notice of Nondiscrimination:

This organization does not exclude, deny benefits to, or otherwise discriminate against any person based on race, color, national origin, disability, or age in admission to, participation in, or receipt of services and benefits of its activities or in employment. This policy applies whether carried out directly by the organization or through a contractor or other entity.

This statement complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (45 C.F.R. Part 80), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (45 C.F.R. Part 84), and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended (45 C.F.R. Part 91).

Confidentiality:

All information obtained through the background check and drug screening process will be kept confidential and used solely to evaluate qualifications for employment.

Legal Compliance:

Please note that the background check and drug screening policies may be subject to additional requirements or variations based on local, state, or federal laws.

Disclaimer:

This statement is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract of employment. Policies and procedures regarding background checks and drug screenings may vary by jurisdiction and are subject to change at the discretion of the organization.