Lake Ridge Care Center has a rare opening for a Director of Food and Nutrition Services.  With the support of the home office dietitians, you will direct the overall operations of the Food & Nutrition Services department.to ensure quality food and nutritional services are provided to our residents. You will also ensure our residents receive a first class dining experience through supervising and staffing exceptional dietary aides and cooks. Our ideal candidate will be a Dietary Technician or Certified Dietary Manager at time of hire.

This is a Full-Time , benefit eligible position working a varied schedule including some weekends. 
Director of Food & Nutrition Services Responsibilities: 

• Ensure appropriate nutritional care is provided to all residents.
• Completing nutritional assessments for residents on TUC and LTC units.
• Coordinating resident care with the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Coordinate with the home office dietitians to plan meals at the facility.
• Oversee daily operations of the Culinary Services department.
• Guarantee meals, snacks, and supplements are planned, prepared, and served to residents in a pleasant atmosphere.
• Complete nutritional interviews with residents.
• Recruit, hire, and supervise department staff.
• Prepare employee schedules, maintain attendance records, and approve payroll.
• Promote special food events (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, etc.) for residents and guests.
• Perform additional tasks as required. 

• ServeSafe Certificate required or obtained upon hire.
• Dietary Technician or Certified Dietary Manager required at time of hire.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal food service regulations, preferred.
• Large-scale batch cooking experience required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Location: Lake Ridge is a part of Cassia and is located in the West Metro. Address: 310 Lake Blvd S, Buffalo, MN 55313 

About Us:

Lake Ridge is proud to have been ranked #1 in the state of Minnesota for long-term care. In addition, we have had an overall five star rating in the past three years! We take pride in the longevity of our employees.

Cassia is a faith-based, nonprofit organization with over 200 years of experience caring for those in need. Our Mission is to foster fullness of life for older adults in the spirit of Christ’s love. We take pride in providing compassionate care for our residents by embracing our eight values and service standards: Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Stewardship, Unity, Respect and Collaboration.

At Cassia, you will be empowered to foster fullness of life for those we serve. Cassia will support your career goals and celebrate your passions. If you are seeking a career experience where you will have fun, be challenged, and recognized for your individuality, Cassia is the answer. I am Cassia... are you? 

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.

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