What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Manager position at Healthcare Services Group?
Job Summary
The Dietary Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing the dietary department within a nursing facility. This position is responsible for ensuring that residents receive nutritious meals that meet their dietary needs and preferences. The Dietary Manager will lead a team of dietary staff, develop care plans, and conduct patient assessments to create individualized meal plans that align with each resident's health requirements.
Duties
- Manage the daily operations of the dietary department, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Conduct patient assessments to evaluate dietary needs and preferences.
- Develop and implement care plans that address the nutritional requirements of residents.
- Oversee menu planning, ensuring meals are balanced, appealing, and meet dietary guidelines.
- Lead and train dietary staff, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Maintain accurate records of dietary services, including diagnostic evaluations and resident feedback.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for residents.
- Monitor food preparation processes to ensure quality and safety standards are met.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of physiology and dietetics is essential for understanding nutritional needs.
- Experience in an assisted living environment is preferred but not required.
- Strong leadership skills to effectively manage the dietary team.
- Ability to assess patient needs and develop appropriate meal plans accordingly.
- Familiarity with diagnostic evaluation techniques related to nutrition and health.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with residents, families, and healthcare staff.
- A passion for promoting healthy eating habits and improving the quality of life for residents through nutrition management.
This position requires a dedicated professional who is committed to enhancing the well-being of residents through effective dietary management practices.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Kitchen management: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Cherryville, NC 28021 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Cherryville, NC 28021: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $60,000
