Dietary Manager

Waters of Peru; Peru (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Waters of Peru is seeking a Dietary Manager to oversee the Dietary Department's operations to ensure quality nutritional services. The role involves coordinating with various departments, developing dietary care plans, and ensuring compliance with guidelines while maintaining a clean and safe environment. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package will be provided.

Benefits

Excellent Pay

Paid Vacation Time

Paid Sick Time

Group Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance Plans

Disability Plans

Qualifications

• Experience in dietary management or related field.
• Understanding of dietary guidelines and regulations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate dietary services with related departments.
• Assist in developing policies and dietary care plans.
• Ensure staff awareness of care plans.

Skills

Management

Nutritional Planning

Coordination

Education

Degree in Dietetics or related field

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Dietary Manager to join our TEAM!!!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Dietitian in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the Dietary Department. This must be done in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing our facility, and as directed by the Administrator. The goal is to ensure that quality nutritional services are provided daily and that the dietary department is maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner.

Comprehensive Benefit Package Includes:

• Excellent Pay
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Sick Time
• Group Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance Plans
• Disability Plans

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

A. Role Responsibilities – Job Knowledge/Duties:

1. Coordinate dietary services and activities with related departments (e.g., Nursing, Housekeeping, Social Services).
2. Assist in developing departmental policies, procedures, equipment, and supply management.
3. Assist in assessing the dietary needs of each resident.
4. Help develop dietary care plans that identify problems, needs, and goals for residents.
5. Assist in scheduling care plan discussions at committee meetings.
6. Ensure dietary staff are aware of and use care plans in daily services.
7. Identify any special equipment or utensils required for residents.
8. Review and revise care plans quarterly as needed.
9. Provide substitute foods of similar nutritive value for residents who refuse served foods.
10. Be competent in using and maintaining kitchen equipment (e.g., Blender, Meat Slicer, Steam Table, Refrigerator/Freezers, etc.).
11. Inspect storage and utility areas for upkeep and supply control.
12. Process diet changes and new diets from nursing services.
13. Identify and classify dietary tasks involving potential exposure to blood or body fluids.
14. Plan dietary services as part of residents’ discharge plans.
15. Participate in facility inspections by government agencies.
16. Interview residents or family members for diet history when necessary.
17. Develop methods to determine food quality and quantity.
18. Ensure dietary progress notes are descriptive and informative.
19. Maintain menus according to policies and procedures.

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We comply with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination and employment practices.