Dietary Manager

Preferred Care MI; West Bloomfield Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Preferred Care MI is seeking a Dietary Manager to supervise dietary services and work with a Registered Dietitian to ensure quality nutritional care and safety. You will lead dietary staff, direct operations, and maintain sanitation standards in a long-term care setting.

Responsibilities include coordinating menus, purchasing, building strong resident and family communication, and driving improvement initiatives within the dietary department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Experience in dietary operations, with at least 1 year in long-term care.
• Ability to supervise and motivate dietary staff.
• Knowledge of infection control techniques.
• Knowledge of commercial food service equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the dietary staff: provide training, direction, and guidance.
• Plan, organize, and direct dietary operations including menus and purchasing.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with Nursing staff to address dietary needs of residents.
• Participate in Performance Improvement programs to optimize operations.
• Perform other tasks as assigned in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Skills

Staff supervision

Effective communication

Infection control

Food service equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dietary Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Dietary Manager to join our team. As a Dietary Manager, you will be responsible for supervising the operation of Dietary Services, working closely with our Registered Dietitian to provide quality nutritional care, and ensuring food safety. If you have a passion for food service, nutrition, and team leadership, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage the dietary staff: Provide training, direction, and guidance to ensure excellent performance.
• Plan, organize, and direct dietary operations: Implement menus, foodservice purchasing, and food preparation, ensuring quality and safety.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation: Ensure compliance with regulations, monitor supply usage, and perform inventories.
• Collaborate with Nursing staff: Work closely with Nursing staff to ensure proper dietary needs are recorded, addressed, and delivered.
• Participate in Performance Improvement Program: Identify areas for improvement and implement changes to optimize operations.
• Perform other tasks as assigned: Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Requirements:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in Dietary operations, with at least one year in a long-term care environment.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce
  • Ability to communicate effectively with residents, family members, and all levels of the organization
  • Knowledge of infection control techniques
  • Knowledge of commercial food service equipment operation