JOB SUMMARY

The Dietary Manager is responsible for the overall management and operation of the department. This includes budget control, personnel management, food production, sanitation, equipment operation, and related clinical work.

The Dietary Manager participates in the performance evaluation of employees working under his/her supervision. Responsible for implementing and applying the progressive discipline policy where appropriate and is consulted on all hiring and terminations in his/her area of supervision.

Dietary Manager is responsible for:

• Hiring, training and supervising dietary staff.
• Dietary food, supply and labor budgets.
• Food purchases, production and service.

EDUCATION

High school diploma/Dietary Manager certification required. Must be able to communicate well verbally and in writing.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must be either a Dietary Assistant, Certified Dietary Manager, or a Registered Dietitian.

2. Long term care or acute care nutritional assessment experience desirable.

3. Long term care or related food service experience desirable.

4. Knowledge of federal, state and local regulations desirable.

5. Must have a pre-employment and an annual Tuberculosis screening examination.