Dietary Manager

Algsenior; Mills River (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking assisted living community as a Dietary Manager, where you will lead the Dining Services team in creating exceptional dining experiences for residents. This role is pivotal in ensuring that meals are not only nutritious but also enjoyable, while adhering to strict health regulations. You will manage everything from menu planning to staff supervision, ensuring that every resident's dietary needs are met with care and precision. If you are passionate about enhancing the lives of others through quality food service and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive wage package

Flexible schedule

Paid orientation/training

Major medical benefits

Dental and vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Refer a Friend Bonus Program

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food service management and dietary planning.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee dining services operations, including meal prep and staff management.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and maintain food quality.

Skills

Leadership

Meal Preparation

Menu Planning

Food Safety Regulations

Customer Service

Education

Degree in Nutrition or Culinary Arts

Certification in Food Safety

Tools

Food Service Equipment

Inventory Management Systems

Job description

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About our community
We are an exceptional assisted living community, personalizing in the approach of ensuring every resident has their specific needs met at every stage. We strive daily to create the best life for all we serve.

Position Summary
The Dietary Manager is a key leadership position directly responsible for the successful operation of Dining Services. The Dietary Manager is responsible for actively preparing meals and managing the operations of the Dining Services Department, including staffing, food ordering and accountability, preparation, menu planning, food delivery, and sanitation in accordance with appropriate health department regulations. The Director ensures client, customer service/satisfaction with efficient cost-effective management that both meets and exceeds stated expectations. Assist in maintaining a positive physical and social environment for residents.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for supervising, assigning duties and tasks while directing the work of all food service department employees with full accountability of dining services department.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and work areas are clean, safe, and orderly. Adhere to procedures regarding infection control, food-borne illness prevention, harmful chemical handling, fire safety, and sanitation, addressing any noncompliance. Maintain food costs within budgetary constraints and strict inventory control.
• Demonstrate independent judgment and discretion.
• Interview, make hiring recommendations, and orient new staff.
• Schedule and reschedule staff using independent judgment and discretion regarding employee requests for time off or modifications in work schedules.
• Track attendance and carry out disciplinary action where appropriate.
• Communicate and enforce policies and procedures, including the employer’s policies dealing with employee conduct, safety, sanitation, and other human resource policies.
• Evaluate performance and recommend changes to terms and conditions of employment.
• Complete dietary QA audits on a quarterly basis.
• Plan community and individual resident menus as ordered by the primary care provider in coordination with Affinity staff and medical staff if necessary. Plan special events as needed.
• Ensure meals are prepared according to menu and recipes, presented in an attractive manner, and that appropriate snacks are available to residents with special dietary needs.
• Ensure all utensils, dishes, equipment, and work areas are cleaned properly and timely. Supervise safe food storage and preparation.
• Ensure employees provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Perform job duties for residents and with team members courteously and professionally.
• Take initiative to ensure resident safety and satisfaction is a priority.
• Meet and greet visitors in a friendly, helpful manner.
• Answer phones appropriately according to company and community standards.
• Ensure compliance and understanding of all regulations regarding residents’ rights.
• Ensure employees attend all required in-service trainings.
• Provide in-service trainings as needed.
• Attend training sessions as directed by supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive wage package (pay rate is based on experience)
• Flexible schedule, part-time & full-time positions available, day & night shifts
• Paid orientation/training
• Benefits (major medical, dental, vision, short/long-term disability, accident, critical illness, life insurance)
• Refer a Friend Bonus Program
• Paid Time Off

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care