CDM - Dietary Manager
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dietary Manager to join our team at Tulsa Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare. As a Dietary Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the Food and Nutrition Services department, ensuring that our residents receive high-quality meals and excellent care. If you have a passion for nutrition and hospitality, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
Responsibilities:
Oversees the budget and purchasing of food and supplies, and food preparation, services, and storage
Maintains a clean and sanitary environment
Oversees safe and timely meal preparation, including the provision of meals and/or supplements in accordance with residents' needs, preferences, and care plans
Monitors regular and therapeutic diets, including texture of foods and liquids to meet the specialized needs of residents
Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings
Participates in QAPI activities when food and nutrition services are involved
Recruits, interviews, hires, trains, coaches, evaluates, rewards, disciplines, and when necessary, terminates employees working in the Food and Nutrition Services department
Develops work schedules to ensure adequate staff to cover each shift
Monitor budgets for cost-effectiveness and manage any revenue-generating services
Uses forecasts, food waste records, inventory, and equipment records to plan the purchase of food, supplies, and equipment
Follows standards and procedures for preparing food
Requirements:
Certification as a dietary manager or food service manager
2 or more years of experience in foodservice management
Prior experience in healthcare foodservice preferred
Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public
Working Conditions:
Work in a well-lit, ventilated area with warm temperatures for cooking
May be exposed to heat/cold temperatures in the kitchen/storage areas
Subject to frequent interruptions and calls-back during emergency conditions
Communicates with medical and nursing staff, and other departments
Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development opportunities
Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and [insert state civil rights law], it is the policy of Tulsa Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
If you are a motivated and compassionate individual who is committed to providing exceptional care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
