Dining Services Department Manager (CDM or DSS Certification Preferred)
About The Position
Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is hiring a Certified Dietary Manager to oversee the dining department and food service program at a single long-term care facility. The manager is responsible for food quality, inventory, food safety, and customer service while following facility menus, applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and HCSG policies. The position also includes leading and supporting the food service team, maintaining records, conducting training and quality control, and stepping into dietary aide, cook, or dishwasher duties as needed. The role requires residence within the service area and compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies. Pay is listed at $32.00–$34.00 per hour; actual wages may vary based on location, experience, staffing needs, and other business reasons.
Requirements
- Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification is required.
- 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 communicate effectively 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.
- Ability to 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 maintaining records and completing 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.
- Two years of experience in quantity food production or service and personnel supervision.
- May be required to complete an approved sanitation and safety course.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the food service program at a single site, ensuring food quality, inventory management, food safety, and customer service.
- Follow facility menus, applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and HCSG policies.
- Lead and support the food service team in meeting quality and safety standards.
- 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, safely mix and use cleaning solutions, and promptly report equipment needs or malfunctions.
- Follow infection control, universal precautions, and handwashing procedures to maintain a sanitary environment.
- Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality and complete tasks on time.
- Represent HCSG positively through courteous and cooperative interactions 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 starting on day one.
- Paid holidays and vacation.
- 401(k).
- PNC EarnedIt access to get paid when needed.
- 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
Education Level
No Education Listed
