Dietary Manager

SENIOR HOUSING OPTIONS INC.•Parachute, CO

11d

About The Position

Summary/Objective: The Dietary Manager is responsible for planning the dietary menu for our Assisted Living residents in compliance with Assisted Living regulations and SHO policies. This role is responsible for overseeing all dietary activities and may supervise one or more dietary employees. Essential Functions: • Act to promote teamwork in providing the best possible dietary service to our residents with a focus on health and wellness • Plan, organize and direct the dietary department which may include scheduling, training, hiring, firing and disciplining employees • Ensure dietary policies and procedures are developed, implemented and executed accordingly • Must obtain the ServSafe Certificate within 60 days from date of hire • Promotes a safe working environment by inspecting all equipment and ensuring employees are properly trained on equipment and food prep/cooking techniques • Actively engages with residents to solicit input and feedback on meals to ensure house preferences are considered in menu planning • May interact directly with resident families to obtain information regarding dietary restrictions • Inspect kitchen, equipment, storage rooms, coolers and freezers for cleanliness in accordance with ACF and state regulations • Plan meals in advance and order/shop for food accordingly while managing within the dietary budget • Develops and maintains tested recipes for kitchen and/or other staff to reference during me altimes • Prep and cook meals in accordance with planned menus; serve food in accordance with portion control procedures • Document any menu substitutions • Monitor dietary department and dining rooms to assure dietary personnel are performing required duties to meet the needs of the residents • Reports any accident/incident or hazards for employees or residents that occur in the kitchen or dining, no matter how insignificant • Follow established infection control and universal precaution policies and procedures, as needed • Develop cleaning schedule, assist in cleaning and monitor for compliance • Adhere to all resident rights, including, privacy, confidentiality, and treating residents with dignity and respect at all times • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Commitment to fulfilling the mission of Senior Housing Options, Inc. to provide safe, comfortable housing for seniors and people with disabilities
Maintain a professional demeanor and respond with urgency
Show strong teambuilding and interpersonal skills, exercise ownership over job duties and team performance
Understanding of discretion needed in handling confidential information
Self-directed, accountable for results and proactive; independent problem solver
Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing, including the ability to provide non-technical assistance in a simple, straightforward manner
Demonstrate sensitivity to the concerns of residents and a commitment to dealing fairly with all
Friendly, professional demeanor, positive disposition, tactful, patience and high ethical character even while dealing with difficult or upset residents
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; attention to detail
Intermediate computer knowledge and typing skills; working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Respect for privacy and ability to maintain confidentiality of resident care information
High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary training and education preferred
Must have 3-4 years prior working experience in a kitchen environment required; experience providing food service in an Assisted Living facility preferred
Prior working experience cooking and serving meals to an elderly and/or disabled population preferred
Must have in-depth knowledge of state regulations; certified food service supervisor preferred
Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language fluently, and communicate verbally and in writing at a professional level
Ability to organize, supervise and direct others that may or may not directly report to this position

Nice To Haves

culinary training and education preferred
experience providing food service in an Assisted Living facility preferred
Prior working experience cooking and serving meals to an elderly and/or disabled population preferred
certified food service supervisor preferred

Responsibilities

Plan dietary menu for Assisted Living residents in compliance with regulations and policies
Oversee all dietary activities and may supervise dietary employees
Promote teamwork in providing dietary service to residents
Plan, organize, and direct the dietary department, including scheduling, training, hiring, firing, and disciplining employees
Ensure dietary policies and procedures are developed, implemented, and executed
Obtain the ServSafe Certificate within 60 days from date of hire
Promote a safe working environment by inspecting equipment and ensuring proper training
Engage with residents for feedback on meals and consider preferences in menu planning
Interact with resident families to obtain information regarding dietary restrictions
Inspect kitchen, equipment, storage rooms, coolers, and freezers for cleanliness
Plan meals in advance and order/shop for food while managing the dietary budget
Develop and maintain tested recipes for staff reference
Prep and cook meals in accordance with planned menus; serve food in accordance with portion control procedures
Document any menu substitutions
Monitor dietary department and dining rooms to assure dietary personnel are performing required duties
Report any accident/incident or hazards for employees or residents
Follow established infection control and universal precaution policies and procedures
Develop cleaning schedule, assist in cleaning and monitor for compliance
Adhere to all resident rights, including privacy, confidentiality, and treating residents with dignity and respect
Perform other duties as assigned