Lead Dietary Manager - Assisted Living Kitchen

Platinum Communities; Town of Columbus (WI); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 76 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid sick time

Résumé du poste

Platinum Communities is seeking a Dietary Manager to oversee the kitchen and dining services in an assisted living community. You will supervise dietary staff, plan menus, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with food safety regulations to support residents’ health and wellness.

The role requires experience in food service, leadership skills, and the ability to modify meals for special diets. On-call availability and weekend/holiday coverage are expected to maintain high-quality resident

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED required; culinary or hospitality certification preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of food service experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Knowledge of modified diets and general nutrition.
• SERV Safe certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Experience working in assisted living/long-term care environments is strongly preferred.
• Excellent organization, time management, and communication skills.
• On call availability, including weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsabilités

• Oversee the daily operations of the kitchen and meal service for residents and tenants.
• Supervise and support dietary staff including cooks and dietary aides, ensuring adequate scheduling and coverage.
• Act as lead cook; assist with meal preparation and service.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen and dining areas in accordance with health codes and internal standards.
• Maintain and implement kitchen protocols in compliance with DHS 83 & 89 and state/local food safety regulations.
• Support a dignified, respectful, and caring atmosphere with residents/tenants, families, visitors, and fellow employees.
• Recruit, hire, train, and coach all dietary staff.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, ongoing training, and when necessary, participate in disciplinary actions.
• Provide hands-on training for safe food handling, dietary modifications, sanitation practices, and Platinum Communities’ policies.
• Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and teamwork within the department.
• Plan and implement menus that are nutritionally balanced, visually appealing, and in line with resident preferences.
• Modify and adapt meals to meet special dietary needs (e.g., Pureed, Mechanical soft, Renal, Diabetic).
• Attend Resident Council meetings to gather feedback and implement appropriate changes.
• Manage inventory of food, supplies, and kitchen equipment.
• Order food and supplies from approved vendors within budget.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of food and supplies (FIFO).
• Collaborate with Activity Directors to support holidays and community events, including special meals and celebrations.
• Participate in department meetings to coordinate facility-wide planning and support.
• Communicate effectively with all departments to ensure high-quality resident care and satisfaction.

Connaissances

Leadership

Team supervision

Food safety

Communication

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Outils

SERV Safe Certification

Description du poste

Platinum Communities is seeking a Dietary Manager to oversee the kitchen and dining services in an assisted living community. You will supervise dietary staff, plan menus, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with food safety regulations to support residents’ health and wellness.

The role requires experience in food service, leadership skills, and the ability to modify meals for special diets. On-call availability and weekend/holiday coverage are expected to maintain high-quality resident