Dietary Manager RD

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOur primary mission at Willow Ridge Healthcare is to improve the lives of the residents we serve. Our values are driven by and encompass Dignity, Integrity, Service, Compassion, and Respect.

We’re seeking a full-time Certified Dietary Manager to join our team of exceptional and dedicated directors and caregivers. We are looking for individuals with a desire to contribute and make a difference in the lives of the community we serve.

This is a supervisor position whose primary duties include managing and directing the operations of our dietary department. This team member will lead and supervise staff members engaged in serving food in healthcare facility, and in maintaining cleanliness of all food service areas and equipment.

This position will work with Management team to develop and update Dietary Services' policies and procedures that reflect the philosophy and mission of the facility and accepted professional standards of nutrition and sanitation.

This position will monitor staff members to ensure compliance with company, and state and federal regulatory workplace safety standards. Supervise and organize food preparation and service so that food leaves kitchen and is served to our residents in scheduled time frames. Provide for food substitutes of similar nutritional value for residents when necessary. Will work closely with nursing staff to identify possible problems and discuss complex issues concerning residents' nutritional requirements. Will lead and work with staff in improving procedures and quality of service.

This position will ensure that all duties performed by the dietary department comply with the standards established by the company's Quality Assurance Program.

In cases of workplace exposure, provides immediate first aid and refers employee to appropriate facility staff member for post-exposure follow-up. Reports all injuries of self or others to supervisor immediately.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Previous experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of policies and federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations applicable to long term care industry.
• Must possess a high school diploma or general education degree (GED); or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must demonstrate patience, tact, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to manage in challenging situations.

Our excellent benefit offerings helps makes us an employer of choice which include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Supplemental benefits; Accident, Critical Illness and Short Term Disability
• Generous 401k Employer Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off

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