Dietary Manager - Southwest Montana Veteran's Home

Southwest Montana Veteran's Home is currently searching for a Dietary Manager to join our team!

The Dietary Manager is responsible for the overall operation of the dietary department in a skilled nursing facility, ensuring that meals are prepared in a safe, healthy, and appetizing manner. The Dietary Manager supervises and manages the dietary staff, ensuring that they follow dietary guidelines and meet nutritional requirements of residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement menus that meet the nutritional needs of residents in consultation with the facility's registered dietitian
• Manage food inventory and ordering, ensuring that supplies are adequate and within budgetary constraints
• Oversee food preparation, ensuring that meals are prepared according to dietary guidelines and facility policies
• Supervise and manage dietary staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation
• Ensure that food storage, preparation, and service areas meet sanitation and safety standards
• Work with the facility's registered dietitian to ensure that special dietary needs and preferences of residents are met
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure that dietary needs are met for special events, holidays, and other occasions
• Maintain accurate records and reports regarding food production, inventory, and staff performance
• Implement and enforce policies and procedures related to the dietary department
• Participate in the facility's Quality Assurance program and attend meetings as required
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to dietary services

Qualifications:

• CDM preferred
• 2 years of experience in dietary management (preferred)
• Knowledge of nutritional requirements and dietary guidelines for older adults
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen equipment
• Experience in managing and supervising staff
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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