What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Manager / Chef position at Americare Senior Living?
Are you looking to have fun while making a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors?
Who We Are
At Americare, we make a difference in the everyday lives of others, and we are proud of the work we do. We have created communities that embrace our team members like family. Our senior living communities are places where excellence thrives and that we proudly call home. Our culture is built on recognition, empowerment, and a side of fun. We've consistently been certified as a Great Place to Work, ranked on Fortune's annual Best Workplaces in Aging Services list, and were recently recognized as one of the 2024 Best Senior Living providers by U.S. News & World Report!
Why Join Americare?
Your Role as a Dietary Manager
We are looking for a dedicated Dietary Manager to join our team and oversee foodservice operations within our community. This role ensures compliance with policies and regulations while providing nutritious meals in a safe environment.
What You’ll Do
This job operates in a professional kitchen setting, utilizing stoves, dishwashers, refrigerators, coolers, and other equipment. The environment includes indoor settings with adequate lighting and ventilation.
Qualifications
We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Who We Are
At Americare, we make a difference in the everyday lives of others, and we are proud of the work we do. We have created communities that embrace our team members like family. Our senior living communities are places where excellence thrives and that we proudly call home. Our culture is built on recognition, empowerment, and a side of fun. We've consistently been certified as a Great Place to Work, ranked on Fortune's annual Best Workplaces in Aging Services list, and were recently recognized as one of the 2024 Best Senior Living providers by U.S. News & World Report!
Why Join Americare?
- Impactful Work: You can make a difference every day, receive plenty of hugs, and be the one to put a smile on the faces of our residents.
- Supportive Community: You can be part of a compassionate team that truly values teamwork and respect.
- Career Growth: Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned pro, we offer exciting opportunities for you to advance both professionally and personally.
- Fun and Engaging Environment: Work hard and have fun in an inclusive environment where you'll create lasting friendships and experience unforgettable memories.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling options that fit your life.
- Recognition and Appreciation: Truly feel valued with meaningful shout outs and recognition.
- Family Atmosphere: Close-knit community where everyone feels at home.
- Paid Time Off: Enjoy a competitive PTO plan to recharge and relax.
- Daily Access to Wages: Flexibility to access your pay whenever you need it.
- Complimentary Meals: Delicious free meals while you work.
- Tuition Assistance: We support your educational pursuits so you can chase your career dreams!
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and long-term disability, and so much more...
- Earn More: Your hard work is rewarded with competitive pay and annual wage increases based on performance.
- 401(k) Plan: Secure your future with company contributions
Your Role as a Dietary Manager
We are looking for a dedicated Dietary Manager to join our team and oversee foodservice operations within our community. This role ensures compliance with policies and regulations while providing nutritious meals in a safe environment.
What You’ll Do
- Supervise foodservice staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
- Ensure compliance with dietary regulations and company policies.
- Plan and oversee meal preparation based on dietitian-approved menus.
- Maintain budgets, manage inventory, and order necessary supplies.
- Work collaboratively with community departments to ensure resident-centered care.
- Uphold high sanitation and food safety standards.
- Participate in resident care planning and coordinate with Registered Dietitians.
- Provide professional communication with inspectors and regulatory agencies.
- Standing, sitting, walking, and changing positions frequently.
- Lifting or carrying up to 25 lbs.; pushing and pulling up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to reach, balance, kneel, stoop, and bend.
- Follow safety policies, including the use of carts for moving items.
- Wear skid-resistant, supportive shoes to prevent slips and falls.
- Utilize protective hand equipment when handling knives, sharp objects, and hot surfaces.
- Mandatory reporting of work-related injuries within 12 hours.
- Participation in company drug testing procedures.
This job operates in a professional kitchen setting, utilizing stoves, dishwashers, refrigerators, coolers, and other equipment. The environment includes indoor settings with adequate lighting and ventilation.
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Preferred experience in quantity food production in a healthcare setting.
- Serve Safe Certification or equivalent preferred (or obtained shortly after employment).
- Strong leadership and organizational skills.
We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
