Dietary Supervisor

Solutions Healthcare•Alvin, TX

31d

About The Position

In keeping with our organization’s goals, this position is responsible for overseeing the dietary and nutritional needs of all patients of the facility.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Maintain an active license as a certified dietary manager or certified food service manager, or otherwise is permitted to work in this position pursuant to federal and state law
Minimum three years’ experience in a supervisory capacity in a dietary department at a hospital, a nursing facility, or other medical facility
Knowledge of dietary practices and procedures, as well as the laws, regulations and guidelines governing dietary functions in nursing facilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude
Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Display attention to detail
Interact with residents, families, and the community in a professional manner
Ability to engage in active listening (giving full attention to those speaking), critical thinking (using logic and reasoning to identify strengths/weaknesses of alternative solutions), and active learning (understanding implications of new information during problem-solving situations)
Exceptional judgment and active foresight
Self-motivated and self-directed

Responsibilities

Stock ingredients and monitor, food, beverage, and equipment/supplies inventory as directed
Adhere to budget for supplies, food, and labor as directed
Work with the team to develop the baseline care plan within 48 hours of admission
Document progress report(s) at required intervals as stated in MDS guidelines
Attend skilled care plan/Medicare meetings with members, families, and care team when it involves a special diet or nutritional concern
Place necessary food orders with the cook for patients that have special dietary needs
Participate in menu planning
Oversee dietary staff to ensure that cleaning, cooking, and service is consistent with facility’s policies and procedures
Ensure that food preparation areas, kitchen, dishes, and equipment are cleaned appropriately
Ensure that food is cooked and served to residents consistent with orders or diet instructions
Follow OSHA and safety regulations for food service sanitation, applicable regulations for nursing homes, and the facility’s policies and procedures
Maintain dietary policies and procedures consistent with applicable federal, state, and local rules, regulations, and laws
Ensure all employees and facility have necessary licensure for dietary, cooking, and food services
Ensure that departmental disciplinary action is administered fairly and without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, religion, handicap, or marital status
Terminate employment of personnel when necessary, documenting and coordinating such actions with the HR Director and/or Administrator in accordance with the facility’s policies and procedures
Communicate and interact effectively with residents, visitors, families, staff, and supervisors
Attend and participate in departmental meetings and in-services as directed
Report all resident, staff, or other concerns to the appropriate department head
Report all incidents, accidents, unsafe situations, and concerns immediately
Maintain knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations relating to responsibilities
Ensure that responsibilities are performed consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations as well as facility policies and procedures