Classification and Pay
Salaried Exempt
Reports to
Administrator
Summary/Objective
In keeping with our organization’s goals, this position is responsible for overseeing the dietary and nutritional needs of all patients of the facility.
Job Duties
▪ Stock ingredients and monitor, food, beverage, and equipment/supplies inventory as directed
▪ Adhere to budget for supplies, food, and labor as directed
▪ Work with the team to develop the baseline care plan within 48 hours of admission
▪ Document progress report(s) at required intervals as stated in MDS guidelines
▪ Attend skilled care plan/Medicare meetings with members, families, and care team when it involves a special diet or nutritional concern
▪ Place necessary food orders with the cook for patients that have special dietary needs
▪ Participate in menu planning
▪ Oversee dietary staff to ensure that cleaning, cooking, and service is consistent with facility’s policies and procedures
▪ Ensure that food preparation areas, kitchen, dishes, and equipment are cleaned appropriately
▪ Ensure that food is cooked and served to residents consistent with orders or diet instructions
▪ Follow OSHA and safety regulations for food service sanitation, applicable regulations for nursing homes, and the facility’s policies and procedures
▪ Maintain dietary policies and procedures consistent with applicable federal, state, and local rules, regulations, and laws
▪ Ensure all employees and facility have necessary licensure for dietary, cooking, and food services
▪ Ensure that departmental disciplinary action is administered fairly and without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, religion, handicap, or marital status
▪ Terminate employment of personnel when necessary, documenting and coordinating such actions with the HR Director and/or Administrator in accordance with the facility’s policies and procedures
▪ Communicate and interact effectively with residents, visitors, families, staff, and supervisors
▪ Attend and participate in departmental meetings and in-services as directed
▪ Report all resident, staff, or other concerns to the appropriate department head ▪ Report all incidents, accidents, unsafe situations, and concerns immediately
▪ Maintain knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations relating to responsibilities
▪ Ensure that responsibilities are performed consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations as well as facility policies and procedures
Supervisory Responsibility
The position will supervise all personnel and operations in the dietary department. The position also requires communication with and oversight of nursing home staff to ensure that specific policies, procedures, and systems are implemented correctly.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
Experience:
- Dietary department experience: 1 year (Required)
- Supervising experience: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Certified Dietary Manager (Required)
Work Location: In person