Dietary Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Ability to read, write and understand directions in the English language
• Excellent basic math skills required for proper meal preparation and for measuring the appropriate amount of cleaning agents and chemicals.

Nice To Haves

• Previous institutional dietary service experience preferred.
• Food Safety Certification highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Perform defined work routines, using various dietary utensils, supplies and equipment as assigned by the Dietary Manager.
• Provide assistance with meal preparation and service of meals.
• Meet scheduled meal and snack times.
• Follow Federal and State long term care regulations and Dietary Department policies and procedures.
• Follow cleaning schedules and perform cleaning duties as scheduled.
• Assist in arranging tray cards, loading food carts, and serving meals.
• Wash and store dishes.
• Follow established reporting procedures and reports and discrepancies in his/her area to the Dietary Supervisor for the following:
• Report supply or equipment needs.
• Report any damaged or loose fixtures, flooring, or tiling requiring replacement or repair.
• Report any unsafe or malfunctioning equipment.
• Report any conditions conducive to breeding insects, rodents or other vermin.
• Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies.
• Attend in-service educational programs.
• Follow defined safety codes while performing all duties.
• Follow defined Infection Control procedures.
• Understand facility’s fire and disaster plans; follow established procedures during drills and actual emergencies.
• Handles food and equipment according to sanitation policies and procedures
• Operates equipment in a safe manner
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation through entire work areas
• Performs daily or scheduled cleaning duties, in accordance with established policies and procedures; Scrubs and mops floors, cleans and sanitizes equipment
• Empties trash containers regularly
• Stocks food and paper goods in the storeroom area
• Puts Customer Service First: Ensures that Patients, Co-Workers and Families receive the highest quality of service in an attentive and responsive atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights
• Perform other department duties or special assignments as directed by the Dietary Manager