Dietary Manager

The Pavilion at Williamsburg Place, Inc.; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pavilion at Williamsburg Place, Inc. is seeking a Dietary Manager to oversee and manage the daily operations of the dietary department. This role involves developing nutritious menus, ensuring food safety, and leading a skilled team. Qualified candidates will have extensive experience in food service, preferably in institutional settings, along with the necessary certifications.

Qualifications

• ServSafe Certification required.
• At least 5 years of experience in a food service role.
• Preferably in institutional settings like schools or hospitals.

Responsibilities

• Directing and controlling nutritional services of the facility.
• Develop menus ensuring nutritional adequacy.
• Lead team through hiring and training to achieve goals.

Skills

Nutritional Care Management

Food Safety

Team Leadership

Menu Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Service Management, Human Nutrition, or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the Job:

Prefer 5 years of experience
Requires ServSafe Certification

The Dietary Manager is responsible for the daily operation of the department that prepares and serves food and beverages for patients, staff, and guests. This role involves directing, coordinating, and controlling the nutritional services of the facility in accordance with established policies, procedures, and compliance with laws and regulatory standards. The manager provides operational direction and information to determine policies and practices related to nutritional care for persons receiving services.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Determine the amount and type of food and supplies required for daily menus, snacks, and special needs meals.
2. Develop menus and diets, ensuring they are suitable and nutritionally adequate for patients.
3. Identify and report any issues with care plan or special diet orders to the dietitian.
4. Lead a team through hiring, orientation, performance assessment, motivation, training, scheduling, and coaching to meet department goals.
5. Implement cost-effective administrative procedures for dietary services and analyze work processes to improve efficiency.
6. Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment, ensuring safety precautions are followed.
7. Determine and monitor budget requirements, approve expenditures, and ensure resource utilization.
8. Select vendors, coordinate agreements, and manage procurement of equipment, food, and supplies.
9. Address potential food and drug interactions to prevent negative outcomes.
10. Supervise the use of standardized recipes for food preparation.
11. Assist dietitian with establishing or revising dietary policies and menus.
12. Plan and assist in the preparation of special meals for events.
13. Oversee departmental cleaning, supplementing housekeeping as needed.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Food Service Management, Human Nutrition, or related field preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in a food service role, preferably in institutional settings such as schools or hospitals.
• ServSafe Certification required.

Why Willow Creek Behavioral Health? Willow Creek offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a resume. Willow Creek Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country, recognizing the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission.