Resident Assessments, Documentation, and Clinical Responsibilities
- Complete resident dietary assessments as assigned, including admission, quarterly, annual, significant change, and PPS assessments.
- Interview newly admitted residents and families regarding food preferences, cultural needs, dietary restrictions, allergies, and meal expectations.
- Educate residents regarding prescribed diets, therapeutic diets, texture modifications, and meal patterns.
- Visit residents routinely regarding dietary concerns, satisfaction, and nutritional needs.
- Document resident interviews, concerns, interventions, and progress in the medical record.
- Complete required quarterly, annual, and assessment documentation within established timeframes.
- Monitor resident meal intake, weight concerns, chewing or swallowing difficulties, and report findings to nursing, the Registered Dietitian, and the interdisciplinary team.
- Maintain complete knowledge and application of IDDSI standards and ensure staff adherence to prescribed textures and liquid consistencies.
- Coordinate with nursing staff regarding physician diet orders, changes, and clarifications.
- Communicate residents' food preferences, allergies, intolerances, and swallowing needs to dietary staff.
- Participate in resident care conferences, resident council meetings, and interdisciplinary meetings as requested.
- Assist in resolving dietary concerns identified during resident and family meetings.
Kitchen Pod Manager Responsibilities
- Ensure all kitchen pod positions are adequately staffed and covered during scheduled shifts.
- Coordinate daily staffing assignments and reassign duties as needed to ensure meal service operations.
- Perform monthly audits of dietary employees to monitor performance, compliance, sanitation, and quality standards.
- Monitor completion of weekly and monthly cleaning schedules.
- Assist dietary staff during peak meal periods and provide direct support during breakfast, lunch, and supper service.
- Supervise tray line operations and dining room service to ensure accuracy and quality.
- Ensure all staff follow standardized recipes and portion control procedures.
- Serve as the department resource person for daily operational issues and problem-solving.
Department Operations
- Assist with menu implementation and special diet preparation.
- Maintain standardized recipes and ensure compliance with food production procedures.
- Provide opportunities for resident input regarding menus and food service operations.
- Collaborate with other departments to coordinate meals and refreshments for special events, family functions, and activities.
- Assist with food ordering, inventory control, supply management, and storage practices.
- Monitor department costs, supplies, and inventory usage.
- Report maintenance concerns involving kitchen equipment and facilities.
- Make recommendations regarding equipment replacement and operational improvements.
- Demonstrate willingness to perform cook, prep cook, and dietary aide duties as needed.
Staff Leadership and Education
- Assist with hiring, orientation, training, and scheduling of dietary employees.
- Educate staff regarding therapeutic diets, food safety, infection prevention, IDDSI standards, and resident preferences.
- Provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback to dietary staff.
- Promote teamwork and positive communication among all departments.
Regulatory and Compliance Responsibilities
- Maintain awareness of infection prevention practices and food safety regulations.
- Participate in QAPI activities, audits, and survey preparation.
- Ensure compliance with resident rights, HIPAA, abuse prevention, and corporate compliance policies.
- Attend required in-services and continuing education programs.
- Maintain Certified Dietary Manager credentials or actively pursue certification if applicable.
Pay: From $34,320.00 per year
Work Location: In person
