Dietary Manager: Lead Kitchen, Training & Resident Dining

Cavalier Healthcare; England (AR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Opportunities for Advancement

Job summary

Cavalier Healthcare is seeking a Dietary Manager for a nursing facility to oversee resident diets, meal service, sanitation, and dietary operations ensuring standards of practice.

The role involves supervising dietary staff, coordinating with the Registered Dietitian Consultant, managing menus within budget, and maintaining safety and hygiene in the dietary department. ServSafe certification is required within timeline.

Qualifications

• ServSafe certification must be completed within the facility timeline.
• Experience in dietary department within a long-term care or nursing facility is advantageous.
• Ability to read and follow established facility protocols.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide orientation and training for dietary personnel.
• Provide ongoing in-service education and training for dietary staff.
• Supervise the proper use, operation, and care of dietary equipment.
• Maintain safety, sanitation, and housekeeping procedures in the dietary department.
• Purchase food and dietary supplies according to budget guidelines.
• Plan menus within established budget requirements.
• Prepare and post work schedules for dietary department personnel.
• Maintain accurate time and attendance records for dietary employees.
• Be responsible for the dietary department’s role in disaster and emergency preparedness plans.
• Conduct monthly inventories of food, dietary supplies, and equipment.
• Plan and prepare meals for special meetings, events, and parties.
• Work closely with the Registered Dietitian Consultant.
• Monitor hygiene standards for dietary personnel.
• Interview residents and complete dietary assessments per facility protocols.
• Participate in the MDS process and resident care conferences.
• Complete progress notes for residents per facility protocols.
• Identify and report suspected abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
• Promote a safe, clean dining environment for residents.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Administrator.
• Serve as an active member of the facility team by prioritizing residents.
• Attend required facility meetings.

Job description

Cavalier Healthcare is seeking a Dietary Manager for a nursing facility to oversee resident diets, meal service, sanitation, and dietary operations ensuring standards of practice.

The role involves supervising dietary staff, coordinating with the Registered Dietitian Consultant, managing menus within budget, and maintaining safety and hygiene in the dietary department. ServSafe certification is required within timeline.