Senior Living Dining & Nutrition Manager

Somerset Court of Mocksville; Mocksville (NC); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Professional development opportunities

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Résumé du poste

Somerset Court of Mocksville is seeking an experienced Dietary Manager to oversee culinary operations, lead the dietary team, and enhance resident dining experiences with high-quality, compliant meals.

You will collaborate with clinical staff to plan nutritious menus, monitor nutrition standards, manage inventory and budget, and ensure safe kitchen practices in a senior living setting. The role emphasizes leadership, training, and compassionate service to residents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in food service management, nutrition, or related field preferred.
• CDM certification or eligibility required.
• 2+ years of experience in food service management, preferably in healthcare or senior living.
• Strong knowledge of nutrition standards, food safety regulations, and dietary requirements.
• Proven leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly.

Responsabilités

• Operational Leadership: Oversee the day-to-day food service operations, ensuring meals meet dietary requirements, are of high quality, and are prepared in compliance with health regulations.
• Team Development: Lead and supervise the dietary team, including cooks, aides, and nutrition staff. Provide training, mentorship, and performance management to maintain a high standard of food preparation and service.
• Resident Engagement: Ensure meals meet the nutritional needs and preferences of residents. Respond to dietary requests and concerns, fostering a positive dining experience.
• Menu Planning: Collaborate with clinical teams to plan menus that adhere to nutrition and dietary guidelines while accommodating individual resident needs, including special diets.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all food service operations adhere to local, state, and federal regulations. Maintain safe food handling practices and conduct regular kitchen inspections.
• Inventory & Budgeting: Manage food inventory and ordering. Maintain cost control practices to meet budgetary guidelines while ensuring quality service.
• Health & Safety: Promote a safe, sanitary kitchen environment. Ensure proper storage and handling of food, maintaining cleanliness throughout food prep and dining areas.
• Quality Assurance: Collaborate with clinical teams to monitor and ensure the quality of the meals served aligns with residents’ health needs and preferences.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Compassion for elderly

Team development

Resident engagement

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in food service management, nutrition, or related field (preferred)

Certification as a Dietary Manager (CDM) or eligibility for certification (required)

Description du poste

Somerset Court of Mocksville is seeking an experienced Dietary Manager to oversee culinary operations, lead the dietary team, and enhance resident dining experiences with high-quality, compliant meals.

You will collaborate with clinical staff to plan nutritious menus, monitor nutrition standards, manage inventory and budget, and ensure safe kitchen practices in a senior living setting. The role emphasizes leadership, training, and compassionate service to residents.