Director of Dietary Services

Job Description

Job Description

Our facility is looking for a Certified Dietary Manager to join our team as the Director of Food Services. This key role assist in the planning, organizing, developing and direction of the overall Dietary Department in accordance with the current applicable Federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations.

Responsibilities:

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Manage day-to-day operations by delegating authority, assigning, and prioritizing department functions and monitoring their daily outcomes

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Ensure food service operates within established budgetary guideline

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Monitor food control systems such as food temperatures, portion control, preparation, and presentation of food

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Knowledge of local, State, Federal regulations, and survey inspection process

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Plan, assign and inspect the work of the Food Service Team

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Monitor the storage and care of the food and paper supplies

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Manage the HR functions of the department which include interviewing, hiring, orientation, discipline and supervision of the team

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Educate assigned team members on infraction of established rules, policies, or guidelines

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Oversee the overall sanitation and cleaning of the kitchen, storage, dining areas, and equipment

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Other duties as assigned by facility administrator

This key leadership position is responsible for the successful operation of the Food & Nutrition in the Nursing Home and as the Director of Dietary Services you will under general direction plan, direct, coordinate and manage the food service activities and operations including, but not limited to procurement, receiving, storage, preparation, and menu planning.