TEAM LEAD, DIETARY

Join the Team at Decatur County Memorial Hospital

At Decatur County Memorial Hospital (DCMH), we are more than a healthcare provider—we are a trusted community partner committed to improving the health and well-being of the individuals and families we serve. As a critical access hospital, DCMH combines high-quality patient care, advanced medical services, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach in a welcoming rural healthcare environment.

Our team is made up of dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a difference every day. We foster a culture of collaboration, respect, integrity, and continuous improvement, where employees are empowered to grow professionally while contributing to exceptional patient outcomes. DCMH offers competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive workplace that values each team member's contributions.

DCMH offers more than just a job—we offer a rewarding career and a supportive workplace culture. Employees enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, generous paid time off, retirement savings opportunities, professional development support, and a variety of additional benefits designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. We are committed to creating an environment where team members feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow.

If you are seeking a rewarding career with an organization that is committed to excellence, innovation, and service, we invite you to explore opportunities with Decatur County Memorial Hospital and become part of a team that is making a meaningful impact in our community.

POSITION SUMMARY

Summary:

The Dietary Team Leadis primarily responsible foroverseeing daily food service operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and serving as a resource for dietary aides, food service attendants, and cooks. Responsibilities include coaching and training staff, planning and managing workflow, monitoring inventory, ordering supplies, overseeing the preparation and service of food to patients. This role also ensuresmeals are nutritious and visually appealing, while implementing and maintaining quality and accuracy standards.

Work Schedule:

Must be available for day, evening, and weekend shifts on a rotating basis.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

1-3 years of experience in high-volume food service, preferably in a healthcare or long-term care setting.

Computer Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office, email and basic computer skills for other software used throughout the hospital for your area of responsibility.

Certificates & Licenses

Food Safety Handler's certification required.

Other Requirements

Employees should be proficient within 6 months of the hire date. This position requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, use of hands and fingers, lifting and carrying 0-50 lbs (on own) and pushing and pulling 0-100 lbs (with assistance).

Essential Functions

• Serve as a resource for staff, monitoring performance and competencies. Ensure employees are compliant with mandatory trainings and licensure.
• Assist with ensuring service excellence and compliance with all state and accrediting agency regulations and certifications. Ensure compliance with department, hospital and human resources policies and rules.
• Participate on behalf of the Dietary department in internal meetings and commitees.
• Provide support for catering events, including Meals on Wheels program.
• Monitor and record food and equipment temperatures on temperature logs.
• Use proper techniques when thawing food for future preparation, cooling and reheating previous prepared foods.
• Prepare hot and cold food for patients, catering and cafeteria service while managing patient menu preocesses-including gathering preferences, updating records, preparing production sheets, and coordinating with staff to ensure accurate diet-compliant meal preparation in accordance with standardized recipes, portion control, and ISDH guidelines.
• Manage cash transactions, complete daily deposits, and maintain accurate departmental records.
• Review menu and diet orders, calculates menus to ensure therapeutic diet guidelines are met, prepares extra nourishments as needed, and participates in tray assembly to ensure guidelines are met.
• Communicate closely with clinical staff to ensure proper diet education and any additional needs are met.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and organized work environment that follows ISDH guidelines, including routine maintenance and product management through use of a daily cleaning schedule, performing preventative maintenance, rotating and storing food properly, maintaining appropriate food and supplies stock etc.