Dietary Manager

Full-Time Dietary Manager

Mission Valley Post Acute is seeking an experienced and dedicated Full-Time Dietary Manager to lead our Dietary Services Department.

This leadership position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of food service operations, ensuring residents receive safe, nutritious, and high-quality meals that meet their individual dietary needs.

The ideal candidate is organized, hands-on, and committed to providing exceptional resident-centered care while maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Compensation


* $80,000-$90,000 annually , based on experience

Benefits


* Medical, dental, and vision insurance


* Paid time off (PTO)


* Paid holidays


* 401(k) retirement plan


* Continuing education and professional development opportunities


* Employee assistance program


* Supportive leadership team and collaborative work environment

Position Summary

The Dietary Manager oversees all aspects of the dietary department, including meal planning, food preparation, food service, budgeting, staffing, and regulatory compliance.

This role ensures meals are safe, nutritious, appetizing, and tailored to each resident's individual dietary requirements in accordance with physician orders, approved menus, and state and federal regulations.

Essential Responsibilities


* Direct and participate in the preparation and service of meals that are safe, nutritious, and appealing


* Ensure meals meet physician orders, approved menus, therapeutic diets, and resident preferences


* Maintain food quality, portion control, sanitation, and food safety standards


* Manage the dietary department budget, control food costs, and order food and supplies efficiently


* Plan and coordinate holiday meals, special events, and resident celebrations


* Recruit, hire, train, supervise, coach, and evaluate dietary department staff


* Develop employee schedules and adjust staffing to meet operational needs


* Process new diet orders and changes while maintaining accurate diet cards and resident dietary records


* Conduct nutritional observations, document monthly nutrition notes, and communicate concerns to the Registered Dietitian


* Ensure proper food storage, inventory management, and kitchen sanitation in compliance with all regulations


* Conduct routine inspections to maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment


* Collaborate with Nursing, Rehabilitation, Activities, and other departments to enhance resident care and satisfaction


* Participate in Quality Assurance (QA), Infection Prevention, and Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings


* Provide ongoing education and in-service training for dietary staff


* Investigate workplace injuries and implement corrective actions and retraining as appropriate


* Maintain confidentiality of resident information and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations

Qualifications
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