What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Manager position at Hickory Recovery?
Dietary Manager - Hickory Treatment Centers
Department: Dietary
Direct Report To: Executive Director
About the Role
The Dietary Manager (DM), is the primary dietary and nutritional member of the team, working to integrate fresh foods to improve the health and general well-being of all clients.
Under the immediate supervision of the Executive Director, the Dietary Manager is responsible for all the daily operations of the kitchen. The Dietary Manager serves as a role model and mentor to all kitchen staff and therefore must maintain a professional appearance and demeanor always.
Why Hickory Recovery?
Hickory Recovery is setting the benchmark in mental health care, especially for those facing acute challenges or dealing with co-occurring disorders. Our focus is on
- Delivering personalized, top tier care that fosters healing and improves wellbeing
- Ensuring every individual has access to the best possible support and treatment
Our Mission
To provide high quality, acute care for adults struggling with mental health issues or mental health co-occurring disorders. It’s Hickory’s primary goal to offer expert treatment for all we serve.
What We Offer
- 401k
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- PTO
- Vision insurance
- Career development
- Mental health days
- Holiday pay
Job Qualifications
- Basic kitchen knowledge.
- Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.
- Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
- Scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate client admissions, census and needs of the facility.
- Must hold a valid driver's license with acceptable driving record and provide own insurance.
Key Responsibilities
Food Preparation & Culinary Quality
- Create recipes and meals that improve client nutrition and meet dietary, or allergy needs.
- Develop catered, celebratory or specialty dishes for marketing or special events
- Serve food for each special diet per physician order and in accordance with established standards.
- Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and clients
Inventory, Ordering & Budget Management
- Ensure all supplies are ordered, stocked, and properly stored, including food items, utensils, cleaning products, and cooking supplies.
- Submit a weekly food budget and track kitchen expenses, reporting spending and needs
Staffing, Training & Kitchen Operations
- Ensure the kitchen is adequately staffed in all areas.
- Provide necessary training for kitchen employees to ensure quality culinary standards are met
Safety, Sanitation, & Compliance
- Participate in cleaning and deep cleaning of the kitchen
- Report any unsafe conditions or faulty equipment to the Executive Director
Compensation
$19.00-$23.00 hourly
Learn More
www.hickorytreatmentcenters.com
Salary : $19 - $23