Assistant Dietary Manager

Wilmington Treatment Center • Wilmington, NC

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About The Position

This position requires a thorough understanding and experience in preparing food for 120+ patients, managing staff, adhering to a working budget, nutrition guidelines and sanitation standards. In the absence of the Facility Services Manager, the dietary supervisor is in charge of the daily operations of the dietary department. This position is also responsible for partnering with Facility Services Manager to supervise dietary staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Four of more years’ experience in food services role with 2+ years’ experience in a supervisory capacity in food services.
• ServSafe Certification or similar food safety certification, where required by the state and facility.
• Required completion of the coursework and a passing score on the examination for Certified Dietary Manager, or be in the active pursuit of license/certification, where required by the state and facility.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Food Service Management, Human Nutrition or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate or direct purchasing, food planning, preparation and serving.
• Maintenance of sanitary standards in the preparation areas, kitchen, serving and dining areas of the facility.
• Coordination with Dietitian or clinical leadership to plan menus that are varied, nutritionally balanced and appetizing.
• Review, plan menus and prepare projected menu plans.
• Interpret recipes, modified diet plans and proper portion control in accordance with approved policy or clinical direction.
• Provide staff management including hiring, development, training, performance management and communication to ensure effective and efficient department operation.
• Analyze food costs and assist with departmental budget issues.
• Orient, train and coach team members on operational guidelines, organizational policies and procedures.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED