Dining Services Department Manager
About The Position
Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is seeking a Dining Services Department Manager to lead the dining department at a long-term care facility. The manager oversees the food service program at a single site, ensuring high food quality standards, inventory management, food safety, and customer service. The role requires adherence to facility menus, federal, state, and local regulations, and HCSG policies to consistently provide quality dining services. The manager leads and supports the food service team, maintains operational records using HCSG computer software, conducts training and quality-control activities, and communicates directives from client managers, building occupants, and administrators. The manager may perform dietary aide, cook, and dishwasher duties as needed, and helps maintain a safe, sanitary work environment.
Requirements
- Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), Dietetic Services Supervisor (DSS) credential, or a four-year degree in Nutrition or Dietetics.
- Two years of experience in quantity food production or service and personnel supervision is highly referred.
- Obtain Food Protection Manager (FPM) certification within the first 14 days of employment.
- Obtain Food Service Manager (FSM) and Long-Term Care Food Service (LTC-FSM) certifications within the first 60 days of employment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Maintain a positive attitude and effectively communicate with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership.
- Comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push or pull up to 50 pounds; stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods; and perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
- Ability to work around food and cleaning products.
- Basic computer skills, including the ability to maintain records and complete required reports, including web-based reporting.
- Residency within the service area is required.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, including coursework in food service or restaurant management.
- May be required to complete an approved sanitation and safety course.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support the food service team to meet quality and safety standards.
- Oversee the food service program at a single site, including food quality, inventory management, food safety, and customer service.
- Follow facility menus, applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and HCSG policies.
- Maintain accurate records of income, expenditures, food supplies, personnel, and equipment using HCSG computer software.
- Conduct staff training, quality control, and in-service sessions.
- Perform dietary aide, cook, and dishwasher duties as needed.
- Communicate directives from client managers, building occupants, and administrators to HCSG staff.
- Use protective gear, ensure cleaning solutions are mixed and used safely, and promptly report equipment needs or malfunctions.
- Follow infection-control, universal-precaution, and handwashing procedures.
- Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality, and complete tasks on time.
- Interact courteously and cooperatively with supervisors, co-workers, client staff, residents, and guests.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits package.
- Free telemedicine services on Day 1.
- Paid holidays and vacation.
- 401(k).
- PNC EarnedIt pay access.
- Financial wellness support from PNC Workplace Banking.
- Free prescription discount program.
- Employee assistance programs.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Employee recognition programs.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Nationwide transfer opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
