What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Dietary Services position at ADP Workforce Now?
Description:
Do you have experience as a Dietary Manager? Do you want more flexibility in cooking and creating menus? Do you have a passion for helping others? We pride ourselves on taking care of each resident’s dietary concerns on an individual basis. Apply for our Director of Dietary Services role today!
Primary Responsibilities:
The Director of Dietary Services will plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Dietary Department in accordance with federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing the facility. This includes production and service of high-quality meals; organize, supervise, and train dietary employees; purchase food and supplies; provide a sanitary and infection free environment; participate in the assessment process; write care plans; prepare menus; make decisions. To assure that quality nutritional services are provided on a daily basis and that the Dietary Department is maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner. The person holding this position is delegated the responsibility for carrying out the assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with current existing federal and state regulations and established company policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
-High school diploma or equivalent.
-Must be a graduate of an approved dietary manger’s course that meets the state and federal care regulations. If not a graduate, the employee must be presently enrolled in a dietary manager course or be enrolled with four months of the next approved dietary manager course. Graduation from a course in food service supervision which meets the standards established by the American Dietetic Association or a graduate of another course in food service supervision with 90 or more hours in classroom instruction with on-the-job counseling by a dietitian.
-Experience with PointClickCare preferred
-Previous experience in the dietary department of a health-care facility preferred.
-Must be able to obtain certification as a Dietary Manager.
-Basic knowledge of dietetic principles, food sanitation, and food service operation.
-Ability to read, understand and follow recipes direction, diet orders and work assignments.
-Able and willing to work flexible hours, such as during an emergency situation.
-Knowledge of and ability to meet regulations of: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS); State Health Department; State Food Codes; OSHA, Life Safety Codes; Facility Policies and Procedures.