Certified Dietary Manager - Skilled Nursing

Gulf Coast Village • Fort Myers, FL

105d

About The Position

Come join our awesome team as a Dietary Manager with The Preserves! The Preserve is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Located on the corner of Plantation Road and 6 Mile Cypress Parkway in beautiful Fort Myers, we provide Assisted Living, Memory Support, and Skilled Care Services (Post-Acute Rehabilitation & Long-term care). The Dietary Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the food service department, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, and nutritionally appropriate meals to all residents. This role involves both operational and administrative duties and requires a strong foundation in nutrition therapy to address individual dietary needs, preferences, and restrictions.

Requirements

• Qualified Dietitian, or other nutrition-related Bachelor's Degree and food service management course (Certified Dietary Manager or Dietary Technician).
• Experience with food preparation in a long-term care setting.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish this job.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with various levels of staff, residents, family members and the public.
• Adequate strength and endurance to meet the strenuous physical demands of preparing and carrying quantity foods.
• Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the food service department.
• Ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, and nutritionally appropriate meals to all residents.
• Manage all aspects of food service operations, including staffing, purchasing, food preparation, meal delivery, and sanitation procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all State and Federal regulations related to food service and nutrition in healthcare settings.
• Collaborate with healthcare staff to develop and maintain menus that meet residents' nutritional requirements, physician orders, and personal preferences.
• Participate in the completion of Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments to ensure nutritional care planning aligns with residents' needs.
• Conduct regular evaluations of food quality and service standards to maintain a high level of resident satisfaction.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Saving Account (FSA)
• 403(b) - with discretionary contribution
• Paid Vacation/Sick Time
• Employee Referral Program
• Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness program
• Life insurance (with an option to purchase additional)
• Short term disability
• Loan program
• Ministry Program
• NetSpend - Get paid early: Tap into 50% of your earnings before payday

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree