Dietary Manager

Certified Dining Director

The Baptist Home is seeking a well-trained, and well-versed Director of Dining Services! We will assist the right candidate in obtaining certification if you don't already have it.
The potential candidate must be able to handle efficient management of the employees of his/her department, organize and review meal plans on a weekly basis, and represent The Baptist Home and uphold the Philosophy of Care we have, to provide for the maximum physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being of each resident.

Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries is an AGENCY FREE CAMPUS.

Qualifications:
1. High School diploma or GED
2. Good communication and public relations skills with residents and their families, staff, and the public.
3. Must be familiar with Resident Rights and the Division of Aging regulations in the area of Food Services and Sanitary requirements according to State Regulations.
4. Must have a basic and essential knowledge of foods and menu planning including special diets.
5. Must have a desire to, and/or be actively continuing education and training in Dietary Management, etc.
6. Obtain education and certification in Dietary Management.
7. Sufficient typing, computer, and documenting skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS
1. Plan and administer the Food Services Department within the facility
2. Establish department procedures (food safety procedures, emergency procedures, etc.) for the FS Department.
3. Regularly review menus and procedures for improved food services.
4. Must participate in Care Assessment meetings with representatives of the residents.
5. Coordinate services with other departments.
6. Maintain the cleanliness and sanitation of the Food Services Department including, but not necessarily limited to, kitchen equipment, food storage and preparation areas and food service items.
7. Must attend and participate in weekly staff meetings.
8. Hire (in consultation with the administrator), schedule, and supervise a sufficient number of employees to operate the Food Services Department efficiently.
9. Work to control costs in the purchasing of food and overall operation of the department.
10. Determine the quality and quantity of food required, purchase foods according to planned menus and keep proper inventories of foods required by regulations is a MUST.

Expectations of All Employees:

• Information: Personnel file is current and updated as needed; including but not limited to, initial physical examination and screening, credentialing documents and/or licensure, current phone number, email address and physical address.
• Character: Faithful to Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries in personal and work experiences. Familiar with and supportive of Baptist Homes Philosophy of Care, Mission, Vision and Core Values Statements, demonstrating a lifestyle and conduct that is compatible with these principles and the Statement of Faith, on and off the job. Characterized by honesty, integrity and confidence.
• Resident Relations: Familiar with Resident Rights, Committed to keeping resident information confidential. Practices courteous, respectful and supportive communication in relation to residents, families and guests of the Baptist Homes.
• Teamship: Understand and practice good team skills among coworkers. Conducts oneself in a mature, positive, collaborative and professional manner. Practices courtesy and respect in relations to coworkers.
• Work Habits: Neat and Clean in appearance. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Flexible in job assignments. Demonstrates organization skills. Prompt and consistent attendance. Shows initiative and creativity in work assignments. Communications free of profane or offensive language. Appropriate public relations skills. Demonstrates effective use of work time.
• Workplace Safety: Practice safety; including but not limited to, proper hand washing, hygiene and use of personal protection equipment. Follows OSHA, CMS, state, federal and Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries workplace safety regulations, policies and procedures. Maintains an uncluttered, clean and safe work environment. Promptly reports any unsafe conditions.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person