Dietary Manager

Montcare Wheaton; Wheaton (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Dietary Manager to lead their dietary department. In this impactful role, you will oversee meal planning, food preparation, and staff supervision to ensure that residents' dietary needs are met. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in dietetics and health coaching, along with exceptional leadership skills. Join a team where your contributions will enhance the lives of residents through nutrition and care, all while working in a collaborative environment that values quality and compliance.

Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within a dietary department or similar setting.
• Strong knowledge of dietetics and nutrition principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized care plans to address residents' dietary needs.
• Supervise dietary staff and ensure compliance with health regulations.
• Plan menus that accommodate various dietary requirements.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Dietetics Knowledge

Nutrition Principles

Health Coaching

Staff Supervision

Job description

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Dietary Manager to oversee the dietary department in our skilled nursing facility. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all dietary needs of residents are met through effective management of meal planning, food preparation, and staff supervision. This role requires a strong background in dietetics and health coaching, along with exceptional leadership skills to foster a collaborative environment.

Duties

1. Develop and implement individualized care plans that address the dietary needs of residents.
2. Supervise dietary staff, ensuring compliance with health regulations and quality standards.
3. Conduct patient assessments to evaluate nutritional needs and dietary restrictions.
4. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to provide diagnostic evaluations related to nutrition and health.
5. Plan menus that accommodate various dietary requirements while promoting overall health and wellness.
6. Provide health coaching to residents, educating them on nutrition and healthy eating habits.
7. Maintain accurate records of food service operations, including inventory management and compliance documentation.
8. Ensure the cleanliness and safety of the dietary department in accordance with health regulations.
9. Monitor the budgets and menus to ensure that we are utilizing our resources in an efficient manner.
10. Train all new cooks and/or dietary aides.

Experience

1. Proven experience in a supervisory role within a dietary department or similar setting.
2. Strong knowledge of dietetics, nutrition principles, and food service management.
3. Experience working in assisted living or healthcare environments is preferred.
4. Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide staff effectively.
5. Familiarity with care plans and patient assessment methodologies is essential.

Join our team as a Dietary Manager where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents through nutrition and care!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed