Assistant Dietary Manager

National HealthCare•Maryland Heights, MO

About The Position

NHC HealthCare Maryland Heights is looking for an Assistant Manager for our Food and Nutrition Services department. Assists the FNS Manager in providing management of the FNS Department, ensuring quality food preparation and service to all customers, while meeting budgetary guidelines. Other duties will vary according to the center needs and may include tray/meal service.

Requirements

Must have a sincere interest in foodservice & nutrition and enjoy working with the senior care living population and other healthcare patients.
Must possess and use excellent customer service and communication skills.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Must be in good mental and physical condition.
Must possess basic computer skills.
Must possess leadership qualities and be able to supervise and secure the cooperation of the FNS partners.
Must work cooperatively and productively with FNS partners as well as non-FNS partners following established policies of the center.
Must have a thorough knowledge of and be able to apply food service management, safety/sanitation, food production, and nutrition principles.
Must be able to work under general supervision, make frequent adaptations of standard procedures, and delegate work assignments to provide the most efficient operation of the department.
Must desire to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, must be at work on time and during scheduled shift.
Must have or obtain an approved Sanitation Course certification, as required by NHC standards and per state regulations.

Responsibilities

Assists the FNS Manager in providing management of the FNS Department
Ensuring quality food preparation and service to all customers
Meeting budgetary guidelines
Other duties will vary according to the center needs and may include tray/meal service