Kitchen Manager

Nexus of Palos Hills; Palos Hills (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus of Palos Hills is seeking a Certified Dietary Manager to lead the dietary department in Palos Hills, IL. You will oversee food service operations and ensure high-quality nutrition care for patients and residents.

Role involves managing menus, inventory, staff supervision, and collaboration with the healthcare team to implement care plans. Stay informed on the latest nutrition research and best practices to provide excellent service.

Qualifications

• Experience leading dietary departments in healthcare or long-term care.
• Knowledge of regulations and compliance in nutrition and food service.
• Ability to supervise and train dietary staff.
• Strong collaboration with healthcare teams to implement patient care plans.
• Commitment to staying updated on current nutrition research and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage the dietary department including food prep, menu planning and inventory control.
• Develop and implement dietary programs meeting patient and resident nutritional needs.
• Supervise and train dietary staff for efficient service delivery.
• Maintain records and reports including food service inventories and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to integrate nutrition/dietary recommendations into care plans.
• Keep up-to-date with nutrition research and best practices.

Skills

Dietary management

Nutrition program development

Staff supervision

Team collaboration

Education

Dietetic/Nooding credential training (e.g., CDM)

Job description

Certified Dietary Manager

Job Summary

At Nexus of Palos Hills, we are committed to delivering high-quality patient care and nutrition services in a compassionate and supportive environment. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Certified Dietary Manager to join our team in Palos Hills, IL. As a Certified Dietary Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring the nutritional well‑being of our patients by managing the dietary department and overseeing the food service operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the dietary department, including food preparation, menu planning, and inventory control
• Develop and implement dietary programs that meet the nutritional needs of patients and residents
• Supervise and train dietary staff to ensure efficient and effective service delivery
• Maintain accurate records and reports, including food service records, inventory reports, and compliance with regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans that incorporate nutrition and dietary recommendations
• Stay up‑to‑date with the latest research and best practices in nutrition and dietetics

About the Role

As a Certified Dietary Manager at Nexus of Palos Hills, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment that values quality patient care and nutrition services. You will be part of a team that is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients and residents, and you will have the chance to make a real difference in their care.

What We Offer

[Salary] (negotiable based on experience)

Benefits

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