Dietary Manager

Rushville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Rushville (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Rushville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking an experienced Food Services Manager to lead the dietary department and ensure quality nutrition services. The role oversees planning, directing and supervising staff, menus and daily food preparation to meet residents' needs.

This is a full-time, on-site position requiring strong organizational and communication skills, with attention to safety and regulatory compliance. Prior dietary management experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• One year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or related medical setting preferred.
• Must read, write and speak English clearly.
• Ability to deal tactfully with residents, families, visitors and staff.
• Willingness to work harmoniously with others and maintain professionalism.
• Patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

• Ensure dietary procedures follow established policies.
• Manage supplies, equipment and clean work areas in a sanitary manner.
• Assist in preparation and serving of meals per schedule.
• Return utensils to proper storage areas.
• Report accidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor.
• Attend staff meetings and perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading & writing English

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Teamwork

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDM certification / nutrition degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Job description:

Rushville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is currently seeking an experienced Food Services Manager to provide leadership and oversee all aspects of our food services department. The Food Services Manager organizes, plans, directs, controls, and supervises functions and personnel within the dietary department which provides food and nutrition services. The Food Services Director ensures the provision of quality food service and nutritional care.

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday
• 8 hour shift
• On call
• Full Time

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• One (1) year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or other related medical facility preferred (but not necessary).
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, personnel, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
• Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with the resident, personnel, and support agencies.
• Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.
• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility.
• May be required to lift, push, pull, and move equipment, supplies, etc., in excess of fifty (50) pounds throughout the work day.
• Must be able to taste and smell food to determine quality and palatability.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assure that all Dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Work with the supervisor/designee as necessary to implement procedures and recommended changes as required.
• Maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment and appearance of work areas in a clean, sanitary, and orderly fashion.
• Recommend to the supervisor the equipment and supply needs of the department.
• Review menu extensions prior to preparation of foods.
• Assist in preparation and serve meals per schedule.
• Return clean utensils to proper storage areas.
• Wash and clean dishes and utensils as directed.
• Carry out garbage and keep work areas clean, dry and free of hazardous equipment, supplies, etc.
• Assist in arranging diet cards, serving meals and loading trays on cart.
• Deliver food carts to designated areas.
• Remove food trays/carts from dining rooms and take to dish washing area.
• Prepare and deliver snacks as instructed.
• Prepare and serve foods that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Prepare food for therapeutic diets in accordance with planned menu extensions. (As appropriate).
• Prepare food in accordance with standardized recipes and special diet orders.
• Prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations.
• Report all accidents/incidents to the supervisor.
• Report all hazardous conditions/equipment to the supervisor immediately.
• Assists in maintaining all food and supply storage areas in a clean and orderly manner at all times.
• Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies.
• Assists in receiving and storing of incoming food, supplies, etc.... as necessary.
• Attend staff meetings, and in-services etc. as scheduled.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hold or acquire Certifications as a Dietary Manager (CDM); an Associate degree in Food Service Management or Nutrition (DT or DTR); or a 4-year degree in Nutrition or similar area.
• Prefer at least 1 year experience in management role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Job Type: Full-time

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance