Nutrition & Dietary Services Director

The Waters; Wakarusa (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Waters is seeking a Dietary Manager to assist the Dietitian in planning, directing and improving the Dietary Department in accordance with federal, state and local standards. The role emphasizes daily delivery of quality nutritional services and a safe, sanitary kitchen and dining area.

Key duties include coordinating dietary activities with Nursing and Housekeeping, developing policies and care plans, scheduling assessments, reviewing care plans quarterly, and ensuring equipment and utensil

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited dietetic training program.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or related medical facility.
• Training in cost control, food management, and diet therapy.
• Registered as a Food Service Director in this state.
• Knowledge of dietary practices and state regulations governing long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates dietary services and activities with Nursing, Housekeeping, and other departments.
• Assists in developing policies, procedures, equipment and supplies for the dietary staff.
• Assist in developing resident dietary assessments and care plans.
• Assist in scheduling care plans and assessments for committee reviews.
• Ensure care plans are used in daily dietary planning and that staff are aware of resident needs.
• Review and revise care plans quarterly and adjust as needed.
• Provide substitute foods of similar nutritive value for residents who refuse meals.
• Ensure competency in kitchen equipment use and sanitation.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Dietary coordination

Policy development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited dietetic training program graduate

Tools

Blender

Meat Slicer

Steam Table

Refrigerator/Freezers

Can Opener

Dishwasher

Garbage Disposal

Coffee Maker

Plate Warmer

Toaster

Oven & Range

Job description

The Waters is seeking a Dietary Manager to assist the Dietitian in planning, directing and improving the Dietary Department in accordance with federal, state and local standards. The role emphasizes daily delivery of quality nutritional services and a safe, sanitary kitchen and dining area.

Key duties include coordinating dietary activities with Nursing and Housekeeping, developing policies and care plans, scheduling assessments, reviewing care plans quarterly, and ensuring equipment and utensil