Job Description
Job Description
Vivo Healthcare Sebring
Immediate Opening
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Dietary Manager to join our team at Vivo Healthcare Sebring, a leading healthcare provider in Sebring, FL. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our food and nutrition services department, ensuring that our residents receive high-quality meals that meet their unique needs and preferences.
Responsibilities:
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Oversee the budget and purchasing of food and supplies, and food preparation, services, and storage.
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Maintain a clean and sanitary environment.
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Oversee safe and timely meal preparation, including the provision of meals and/or supplements in accordance with residents' needs, preferences, and care plan.
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Monitor regular and therapeutic diets, including texture of foods and liquids to meet the specialized needs of residents.
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Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and QAPI activities when food and nutrition services are involved.
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Recruit, interview, hire, train, coach, evaluate, reward, discipline, and when necessary, terminate employees working in the Food and Nutrition Services department.
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Develop and manage work schedules to ensure adequate staff to cover each shift.
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Monitor budgets for cost-effectiveness and manage any revenue-generating services.
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Plan and implement menu planning, including responding to resident preferences, substitution lists, therapeutic diets, and industry trends.
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Inspect meals and ensure that standards for appearance, palatability, temperature, and serving times are met.
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Manage the preparation and service of special nourishments and supplemental feedings.
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Ensure safe receiving, storage, preparation, and service of food.
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Prepare cleaning schedules and maintain equipment to ensure food safety.
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Ensure proper sanitation and safety practices of staff.
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Process new diet orders and diet changes, and keep diet cards updated.
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Determine resident diet needs and develop appropriate dietary plans in cooperation with registered dietician and in compliance with physician's orders.
Requirements:
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Certification as a dietary manager, food service manager, or similar national certification for food service management and safety from a national certifying body.
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Associate's or higher degree in food service management or hospitality from an accredited institution of higher learning, or 2 or more years of experience in the position of director of food and nutrition services in a nursing facility setting.
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Minimum 2 years' experience in foodservice management, with prior experience in healthcare foodservice preferred.
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Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
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Must be a supportive team member, contribute to, and be an example of teamwork.
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Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
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Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
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Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family, and staff.
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Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday.
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Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
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Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
Additional Information:
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This is a full-time position with competitive salary and benefits package.
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We offer a supportive and dynamic work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.
How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and dedicated professional with a passion for delivering exceptional resident care, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications.
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