Dietary Manager

Apple Rehab•Guilford, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Apple Rehab Guilford, an 86-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Guilford, Connecticut, is seeking a salaried, benefit-eligible Dietary Manager. The role plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs the Dietary Department and its programs and activities within approved budgets and quality standards. The manager helps ensure excellent dietary services for residents while supporting regulatory compliance, effective department operations, and employee development. Apple Rehab is a family-owned and operated company. Its senior management team is based at the home office in Avon, Connecticut. Benefits for employees working 30 or more hours may include paid time off, paid holidays, health insurance, disability coverage, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement program, career development opportunities, and other benefits. Benefits and requirements may vary by employment status and hours worked.

Requirements

Hold a ServSafe Manager certification.
Have proven leadership experience in long-term-care foodservice or a similar role.
Know state and federal regulations governing dietary services in healthcare.
Demonstrate strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Be able to make informed decisions and exercise authority responsibly.
Be committed to continuous improvement and employee development.
Be able to read, write, and understand English; perform simple math calculations; and measure and record data.
Have attention to detail, good follow-through, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Be able to supervise and instruct others.
Demonstrate cooperation, teamwork, patience, tact, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude toward residents and their support networks.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a hospital or long-term-care facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the Dietary Department, its programs, and its activities within approved budgets and quality standards.
Ensure written dietary policies, procedures, and manuals are followed, maintained, and updated.
Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations in preparation for state surveys.
Prepare recommendations for the Administrator concerning department operations.
Promote interdepartmental communication and cooperation, ensuring reported concerns are addressed and corrected.
Develop the department’s organizational structure, staffing, and direction within policy and budgetary guidelines.
Exercise authority responsibly in personnel matters, including hiring, evaluations, work assignments, and schedules.
Assist with departmental conflict resolution and make recommendations for discipline.
Participate in employee continuing education and empowerment, and recommend promotions and transfers within Apple Rehab.