Dietary Manager Job Champaign area,Illinois USA,Healthcare

Dietary Manager Rock Island County A Career Opportunity Like No Other

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Dietary Manager to join our team. As a valued member of our staff, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest quality of care and services for our residents. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional dietary experiences, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.

The Dietary Manager is responsible for partnering with the Dietitian to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Dietary Department.

This critical role requires strong leadership, exceptional organizational skills, and a dedication to providing high-quality nutritional services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the Dietary Department, its programs, and activities
Assist in developing and maintaining written job descriptions and performance evaluations for each level of dietary personnel
Review departmental policies, procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc., at least annually for revisions and make recommendations to the Dietitian and/or Administrator
Process diet changes and new diets as received from the Nursing Department
Review departmental complaints and grievances from personnel and make written reports to the Dietitian and/or Administrator
Participate in facility surveys (inspections made by authorized government agencies)

Qualifications:

Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma
Must have Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification
Must have, as a minimum of 3 years experience in a supervisory capacity in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility
Must be knowledgeable of dietary practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing dietary functions in nursing care facilities

Physical Demands:

Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day
Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet
May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations

What We Offer:

Competitive salary: $25 - $28 HOURLY
Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment
Professional development and growth opportunities