Full-time position with competitive wages and excellent benefit package.
DUTIES
Assures menu is served as written, including adherence to recipes, correct portion sizes, and therapeutic diets.
Assures proper methods of food preparation are utilized to preserve nutrient content
Supervises food production, serving correct food to patients, controlling appearance, temperature, portion size, and sanitation.
Purchases food and supplies within approved budgets.
Instructs employees in use, care, and maintenance of equipment, housekeeping and safety standards, provides follow through on proper cleaning and maintenance programs.
Makes meal rounds and ensures all new admissions are visited.
Monitors all weekly costs associated with Dietary Department.
Completes all nutritional assessments for new admissions.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School graduate or equivalent.
Graduate of a course which meets state and federal requirements for a qualified Dietary Services Manager in a long-term care facility, or willing at complete such course.
Possesses a valid and current certification for the Certified Dietary Managers Association as mandated by the State where employed, or willing to get such certification.
Possesses strong knowledge of state, federal and local regulations as they pertain to long term care.
Possesses good communication skills and is patient and self-disciplined.
Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing, and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required.
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