Certified Dietary Manager-

Friendship Village Retirement Community • Waterloo, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Dietary Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing the dietary department within our skilled care living facility. This position is responsible for ensuring that residents receive proper nutrition tailored to their individual health needs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in dietetics. This role requires effective supervision of dining staff and the ability to manage dietary operations efficiently.

Requirements

• Certification as a Dietary Manager is required or willing to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Strong knowledge of dietetics and nutrition principles.
• Proficiency in patient assessment techniques and health coaching strategies.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively with residents and staff.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays as required.
• Flexibility to work a variety of hours to ensure staff and services are being provided at all meal times.
• Applicants are required to pass pre-employment screenings that could include: Criminal background checks, Abuse registry check, Drug test, Physical, and TB test.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in assisted living or similar healthcare settings is preferred.
• 2 years previous supervisory skills with the ability to manage a team effectively, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works with the Dietitian to conduct patient assessments and determine individual dietary needs and preferences and implement nutritional care plans.
• Oversee the preparation and serving of meals, ensuring compliance with dietary guidelines.
• Supervise dietary staff, providing training and support as needed.
• Collaborate with DON and other healthcare professionals to optimize residents' nutritional outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records of dietary services, including meal plans and resident feedback.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and safety standards within the kitchen and dining areas.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision
• Company paid and voluntary life insurance
• Short/long term disability
• Flex spending accounts
• PTO Paid time off
• Paid holidays after 30 days
• 401k retirement
• HIVE - FREE Employee Wellness Center/Gym and Pool
• Onsite Childcare Center with discount for employees
• Employee Food Pantry
• 2.5 more times pay for working holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed