Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Dietary Manager/Cook to lead our food service operations within an assisted living environment. In this vital role, you will oversee meal planning, food preparation, and nutritional care for residents, ensuring all dietary needs are met with professionalism and compassion. You will manage the dietary team, maintain compliance with health regulations, and promote a positive dining experience that enhances residents’ quality of life. Your leadership will foster a safe, nutritious, and welcoming atmosphere where residents feel cared for and valued.
Duties
- Develop and implement nutritious meal plans tailored to residents’ dietary restrictions, preferences, and health conditions, including specialized diets such as tube feeding or clinical nutrition requirements
- Supervise food preparation and presentation to ensure high standards of food safety, quality, and taste in compliance with health regulation policies and food service health codes
- Manage the dietary department’s daily operations, including staffing schedules, training, and team management to ensure efficient service delivery
- Conduct patient assessments related to nutrition needs and contribute to care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals using EMR/EHR systems for accurate documentation
- Oversee food safety management practices, including sanitation procedures, inventory control, and adherence to food production standards
- Monitor budget management for the dietary department, including purchasing, cost control, and resource allocation to optimize operational efficiency
- Stay updated on health regulation policies and implement necessary changes to maintain compliance across all food service activities
- Lead efforts in health coaching by educating residents on nutrition and wellness strategies to support their overall health goals
Skills
- Proven experience in assisted living or long-term care settings with a strong understanding of patient assessment and care planning
- Extensive knowledge of dietetics, clinical nutrition, physiology, and food safety management principles
- Demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing food service teams and supervising staff effectively
- Familiarity with managing budgets within a healthcare or food service environment
- Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems for documentation of care plans and nutritional assessments
- Strong understanding of health regulation policies related to food service health code compliance and acute care standards
- Ability to coordinate multiple responsibilities efficiently while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced setting
- Excellent communication skills for team management, resident interaction, and collaboration with healthcare providers
Join us in creating a nourishing environment where residents thrive through exceptional dietary care! This paid position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while honing your leadership skills within a supportive team dedicated to excellence in resident well-being.
Pay: $25.41 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
