Assistant Dietary Manager

Assistant Dietary Manager Full Time | Day Shift working 11 am - 7 pm Must be able to work every other weekend and holiday's Pay: $21/hour At Genacross Lutheran Services, we've been serving individuals, families, and communities with compassionate care for more than 160 years. As a faith-based nonprofit organization, we are committed to providing compassionate care and services throughout life's journey. What You'll Need: High school diploma or GED required. ServSafe Manager Certification required, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire. Minimum 1-2 years of supervisory or team lead experience in a high-volume food service environment required. Experience in long-term care, senior living, or healthcare dietary services strongly preferred. Knowledge of therapeutic diets, texture modifications (IDDSI standards), and food safety regulations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to learn clinical dietary software. Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, bend, reach, push food carts, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds. What You'll Do as an Assistant Dietary Manager: Assist the Director of Dietary Services in overseeing daily kitchen operations, food preparation, and meal service to ensure quality and efficiency. Supervise, train, and support dietary staff, including coordinating schedules, assigning tasks, and managing daily workflows. Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, infection control, and regulatory standards. Monitor meal preparation, portion control, therapeutic diets, and texture modifications to meet residents' nutritional needs. Collaborate with nursing staff and Registered Dietitians to accommodate specialized diets and resident preferences. Promote a positive dining experience by addressing resident concerns and gathering feedback to improve meal quality and service. Assist with inventory management, purchasing, food storage, and waste reduction. Maintain accurate documentation, including temperature logs, sanitation records, and quality assurance audits. Provide hands-on support with meal preparation, serving, tray assembly, and kitchen operations as needed. Why Join Genacross? At Genacross Lutheran Services, our Team Members make a meaningful difference every day. We're committed to creating a supportive workplace where you can grow while helping residents live with dignity, purpose, and connection Team Member Benefits (Benefits may vary based on position, schedule, and eligibility) Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life insurance 401(k) with up to 4% employer contribution Short-term disability coverage Generous paid time off (PTO) Health Savings Account (HSA) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition reimbursement Employee discounts #J-18808-Ljbffr Genacross Lutheran Services