Dietary Manager

This Position is Eligible for a $2,000.00 Recruitment Bonus *

• Recruitment Bonus eligibility requires the employee to remain in good standing, with no corrective or attendance-related issues, for the first 90 days of employment. Fifty percent (50%) of the bonus will be paid after 90 days, with the remaining fifty percent (50%) paid after one (1) year of continuous employment.

Copper Springs East Behavioral Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Dietary Manager joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

A Dietary Manager who excels in this role:

• Oversees standards and procedures for food preparation, menu development, service, equipment, sanitation, infection control, and employee safety.
• Ensures the quality of menus, food, and service.
• Prepares and orders food and supplies and ensures accurate and sufficient inventory levels.
• Ensures the facility remains compliant with all health department, The Joint Commission (TJC), state, and federal regulations.
• Works flexible hours as required.
• Maintains the rotating menu according to established dietary and food cost guidelines and collaborates with Registered Dietitians to accommodate specific patient needs.
• Stores and rotates food and consumable products according to health department and hospital guidelines and ensures all food is properly labeled and dated in accordance with established food safety guidelines.
• Maintains accurate HACCP programs and monitors food temperatures from delivery through consumption.
• Ensures the department follows sanitation and food safety guidelines and appropriate food-handling procedures, including the proper use of serving utensils and gloves.
• Orders supplies within established budget guidelines.
• Ensures meals are prepared according to the menu cycle and daily production sheet, with attention to the appearance and taste of meals; maintains appropriate portion control and manages over- and under-production.
• Interacts with patients and staff in the serving line, assists with the selection and service of nutritionally balanced meals, and serves as a role model for customer service.
• Personally assists with cleaning and ensures staff accurately follows all posted cleaning schedules and procedures to maintain a clean and safe work area and dining room at all times.
• Ensures equipment is properly maintained and clean.
• Creates dietary staff schedules based on hospital census and rotates weekend assignments among all staff, including themselves.
• Ensures the dietary team prepares snacks and nourishments according to patient food preferences and physician orders.
• Follows safety, infection control, and emergency procedures in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
• Coaches and trains staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma, GED or combination of education and relevant work experience preferred.

• Valid driver's license and a favorable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), along with proof of insurance when using own auto.
• Food Safety/Sanitation certification preferred.

• Previous experience in business development at psychiatric healthcare facility preferred

• Understands and adheres to the hospital compliance plan and Code of Conduct.
• Maintains confidentiality at all times and follows HIPAA guidelines for disclosing information.
• Adheres to facility, department, corporate, personnel, and standard policies and procedures.
• Treats all patients, visitors, and coworkers with dignity and respect.
• Maintains a professional appearance, wears a name badge at all times, and adheres to uniform standards, when applicable.

• Takes initiative to support the team and remains flexible when asked to assist in other areas.
• Consistently demonstrates positive and affirming behaviors when addressing conflict or stressful situations.
• Demonstrates concern for the overall team and understands how individual actions affect others.
• Maintains a positive attitude and contributes to an enjoyable and productive work environment.
• Avoids unfavorable behaviors, including rumors, inappropriate…