Dietary Director

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS)•Montrose, CO

4h•$60,000 - $69,000•Onsite

About The Position

Join Valley Manor Care Center as the Dietary Director in beautiful Montrose, CO. This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you. The Valley Manor Center is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.

Requirements

Qualified Dietitian, or other nutrition-related Bachelor’s Degree, or successful completion of state-approved food service management course (Certified Dietary Manager or Dietary Technician).
Experience with food preparation in a long-term care setting.
Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.

Responsibilities

Provide quality food service in accordance with all State and Federal regulations and to meet the nutritional and individual needs of the residents.
Manage the operation of the Food and Nutrition Services department to include staffing, department purchasing, food preparation, food delivery and clean-up in accordance with facility policies, physician orders, resident care plans and appropriate regulations.
Oversees Food and Nutrition Services department and ensures department is meeting the highest standard attainable in accordance with State and Federal regulations.
Directs and oversees all resident nutritional needs planning and programs.
Administers personnel function of the Food and Nutrition Department.
Plans, develops and executes facility and individual resident menus in conjunction with Dietician Dietary Consultant in accordance with State and Federal regulations; implements substitutions of menu items dependent upon seasonal availability, individual preferences and principles of economy.
Oversees all department purchasing and maintains set budgets for the fiscal year.
Understand, comply with and promote all rules regarding residents’ rights.