Dietary Manager - LTC

Citizens Health is recruiting a dietary manager to work full-time in the food service department at Prairie Senior, our skilled nursing facility.

• Citizens Medical Center r- a 25 bed critical access hospital
• Family Center for Health Care- an outpatient rural health clinic
• Prairie Senior- a skilled nursing facility
• Citizens Clubhouse- an onsite childcare center that cares for children 6 weeks to school age for our workforce
• Citizens Medical Equipment- our durable medical equipment business
• Palace Drug Store - our outpatient pharmacy

We strive to be progressive, dependable and knowledgeable, while providing compassionate, evidence-based care to the residents of northwest Kansas.

The Dietary Manager is responsible for the implementation of quality standards of dietetic service, facility food service policies and procedures, the dietary staff, equipment, systems and work area, as well as for providing and maintaining the highest quality of service to the patients while securing cost-effectiveness to the organization.

Responsible to the facility administrator

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the facility's dietary programs and activities.
• Follow established governmental regulations, departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety standards, and customer service.
• Maintain a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment including steamer, ovens, grill, stove, microwave, grinders, slicers, mixers, blenders, toasters, etc.
• Ensure that all foods prepared meets existing standards for quality, freshness, taste, appearance, temperature, and elder friendly dining.
• Ensure that required sanitation levels are maintained throughout the food preparation process.
• Ensure all required documentation for cleaning, food alternates and menu substitutions, and temperatures are recorded properly.
• Monitor residents' weights and any wound treatment by participating in the weight/wound management committee and implementing suggested procedures.
• Direct and supervise all dietary functions and dietary personnel.
• Hire, provide orientation, train, supervise, educate, evaluate work performance, and counsel and terminates dietary personnel if necessary.
• Many other duties related to the care of residents
• Completes other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in institutional or restaurant food service supervision and food preparation is preferred.
• Completion of Certified Dietary Manager, Certified Food Protection Professional (CDM, CFPP) credentialsapproved by the Certifying Board for Dietary Managers (CBDM)

• Willingness to enroll in and complete the Certified Dietary Manager, Certified Food Protection Professional (CDM, CFPP) credentials approved by the Certifying Board for Dietary Managers (CBDM) within 18 months of hire may also qualify for employment.

• Self-starter who takes initiative, is open minded and a team player.
• Maintain a positive attitude with good energy.
• Create a positive, supportive working atmosphere.
• Display integrity and accountability.
• Accept and respond to constructive criticism and suggestions and strives for self-improvement.
• Adhere to organization policies and procedures.
• Arrive at work on time and when scheduled.
• Demonstrate flexibility, initiative and ingenuity in performing job tasks.
• Demonstrate professional conduct and maintains professional appearance.
• Demonstrate behavior that reflects the image of the institution.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.

Well-lighted, well-ventilated, clean area. Subject to frequent interruptions and deadlines. Extended and irregular hours may be necessary. Independent thought and action required. Will be exposed to conditions and elements of aging. Work may include working throughout the facility. At times, may be subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents. Communication is expected with co-workers, residents and other visitors to the facility.

Occasionally you will be asked to work beyond normal working hours, shifts other than normally assigned, and/or in other positions temporarily, when necessary. This may include but not limited to holidays, weekends, evenings, filling in for staff, etc. May be subject to offensive odors, loud noises, and unpleasant sights associated with the physical and mental conditions of the residents. May be exposed to infectious waste and/or diseases unless proper procedures are…