POSITION SUMMARY

The DIRECTOR of DIETARY/FOOD SERVICES manages the food service operations of the facility in conjunction with a Licensed Dietician. The Dietary/Food Service Director oversees our dietary staff to ensure that meals are attractive, tasteful and nutritious for the residents, families and staff. Oversight and management of the division budget. Overseen and supported by the Sr. Director of Dietary Services for all First Atlantic Healthcare facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OPERATIONS

• To ensure that each resident receives a meal according to their therapeutic diets
• Purchase and maintain inventory according to the menu cycles and recipe needs
• Maintain the inventory for paper products, chemicals and beverages used in the dietary department
• Training staff according to all Federal and State of Maine standards.
• Properly train staff on all therapeutic diets and update when a new diet is ordered.
• Train and oversee cooking and serving staff members.
• Work with leadership team to establish appropriate level of staff per shift based upon budget.
• Maintain a strong vendor network
• Work with all vendors, families, residents and staff in a professional manner and expect that of any of their staff that interact with vendors, families, residents and staff.
• Work in conjunction with all departments in planning events that will require food service from the dietary department.
• Develop and maintain computerized record management systems to store and process data such as personnel activities and information, and to produce reports.
• Inspect facilities and recommend building or equipment modifications.
• Understand and Complete Person Centered Care Plans; Interviewing new Residents to understand dietary needs and preferences
• Evaluates and maintains all equipment in the dietary department

STAFF DEVELOPMENT

• Recruit, select, hire, train, evaluate, counsel, and supervise staff.
• Direct, supervise and evaluate work activities of personnel.
• Coach and develop staff, engaging in the growth of your team
• Develop and implement organizational policies and procedures.
• Develop instructional materials and conduct in-service and educational programs.

We want to support your work and life balance, so we have flexible shifts available – and would love to speak with you about what interests you.

• Flexible Shifts
• Pay On Demand: Daily access to your paycheck
• Tuition reimbursement and education assistance
• Full time employees have access to full benefits; medical, dental, vision, and disability
• Employer paid life insurance
• Flexible savings account, including medical & dependent
• Paid Time Off available to all employees
• 401(k) Retirement savings program with employer contribution

Requirements: ServSafe Certified or currently in process of being certified.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.20 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person