Dietary Manager

Lifepoint Health • Gilbert, AZ

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Copper Springs East Behavioral Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Dietary Manager joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED or combination of education and relevant work experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and a favorable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), along with proof of insurance when using own auto.
• Previous experience in business development at psychiatric healthcare facility preferred.
• Understands and adheres to the hospital compliance plan and Code of Conduct.
• Maintains confidentiality at all times and follows HIPAA guidelines for disclosing information.
• Adheres to facility, department, corporate, personnel, and standard policies and procedures.
• Treats all patients, visitors, and coworkers with dignity and respect.
• Maintains a professional appearance, wears a name badge at all times, and adheres to uniform standards, when applicable.
• Takes initiative to support the team and remains flexible when asked to assist in other areas.
• Consistently demonstrates positive and affirming behaviors when addressing conflict or stressful situations.
• Demonstrates concern for the overall team and understands how individual actions affect others.
• Maintains a positive attitude and contributes to an enjoyable and productive work environment.
• Avoids unfavorable behaviors, including rumors, inappropriate conversations, and other conduct that may negatively affect the work environment.
• Assumes responsibility for maintaining a clean and safe environment and demonstrates knowledge of the facility and services provided.
• Greets all customers in a positive manner and demonstrates sensitivity to their needs.
• Answers the telephone according to department guidelines and avoids unnecessary or excessive transfers.
• Provides superior customer service while maintaining appropriate professional and therapeutic boundaries.
• Listens to patients and customers regarding concerns or problematic issues and responds in a non-defensive manner.
• Adheres to attendance requirements and follows the appropriate procedures for requesting time off.
• Attends departmental and staff meetings as required.
• Takes accountability and pride in their work, strives to exceed minimum expectations, demonstrates initiative, and completes work in a timely and accurate manner.
• Acknowledges mistakes and demonstrates a willingness to learn from them and make necessary corrections.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm, dedication, and a strong work ethic in all responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• Food Safety/Sanitation certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees standards and procedures for food preparation, menu development, service, equipment, sanitation, infection control, and employee safety.
• Ensures the quality of menus, food, and service.
• Prepares and orders food and supplies and ensures accurate and sufficient inventory levels.
• Ensures the facility remains compliant with all health department, The Joint Commission (TJC), state, and federal regulations.
• Works flexible hours as required.
• Maintains the rotating menu according to established dietary and food cost guidelines and collaborates with Registered Dietitians to accommodate specific patient needs.
• Stores and rotates food and consumable products according to health department and hospital guidelines and ensures all food is properly labeled and dated in accordance with established food safety guidelines.
• Maintains accurate HACCP programs and monitors food temperatures from delivery through consumption.
• Ensures the department follows sanitation and food safety guidelines and appropriate food-handling procedures, including the proper use of serving utensils and gloves.
• Orders supplies within established budget guidelines.
• Ensures meals are prepared according to the menu cycle and daily production sheet, with attention to the appearance and taste of meals; maintains appropriate portion control and manages over- and under-production.
• Interacts with patients and staff in the serving line, assists with the selection and service of nutritionally balanced meals, and serves as a role model for customer service.
• Personally assists with cleaning and ensures staff accurately follows all posted cleaning schedules and procedures to maintain a clean and safe work area and dining room at all times.
• Ensures equipment is properly maintained and clean.
• Creates dietary staff schedules based on hospital census and rotates weekend assignments among all staff, including themselves.
• Ensures the dietary team prepares snacks and nourishments according to patient food preferences and physician orders.
• Follows safety, infection control, and emergency procedures in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
• Coaches and trains staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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