Dining Supervisor
Dining Supervisor
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Job Description
Job Summary: The Dietary Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the dining services within an assisted living facility. This role involves ensuring that residents receive nutritious wellbalanced and appetizing meals that meet their dietary needs and preferences. The Dietary Supervisor will lead the dietary team maintain compliance with health and safety standards and ensure a positive dining experience for all residents.
Fulltime Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- HSA
- Paid Sick time
- Life Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Retirement Program
- Paid time off
Key Responsibilities:
1. Meal Planning & Preparation:
- Collaborate with dietitians and other healthcare professionals to plan menus that meet the dietary requirements of residents including those with specific health conditions or dietary restrictions.
- Ensure meals are prepared and served in a timely manner while maintaining high standards of quality taste and presentation.
- Supervise the preparation of meals according to established recipes portion control and food safety regulations.
2. Staff Supervision & Training:
- Supervise and train dietary staff including cooks kitchen aides and other dining services employees ensuring they adhere to policies procedures and safety standards.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations provide feedback and ensure staff development through continuous education and training.
3. Inventory & Purchasing:
- Oversee the ordering inventory management and storage of food supplies and kitchen equipment.
- Monitor stock levels to ensure all food items are available and stored according to health and safety guidelines.
- Work within budgetary guidelines to purchase quality ingredients and control food costs.
4. Compliance & Safety:
- Ensure compliance with all local state and federal regulations related to food safety sanitation and dietary standards.
- Maintain safe food handling storage and preparation practices in accordance with Health Department regulations.
- Conduct regular inspections of the kitchen and dining areas to ensure cleanliness and safety.
- Adhere to all facility policies and procedures regarding safety security and confidentiality.
5. Resident Interaction & Customer Service:
- Maintain open communication with residents to understand their dietary preferences and address any concerns related to meals or dining experiences.
- Address resident and family concerns in a professional and timely manner ensuring satisfaction with dining services.
- Participate in resident care meetings to discuss dietary needs and meal planning adjustments.
6. Documentation & Reporting:
- Keep accurate records of meals served dietary restrictions food safety logs and employee schedules.
- Prepare regular reports on food costs inventory levels and staff performance.
7. Team Collaboration:
- Work closely with other departments such as nursing and activities to coordinate special meals or events.
- Participate in regular meetings with the management team to discuss facility operations and resident satisfaction.
- Attend staff meetings and training sessions as required.
- Current Physical and TB test
- High School Diploma or equivalent; Associates degree in food service management nutrition or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 23 years of experience in a dietary or food service management role preferably in an assisted living or healthcare setting.
- Knowledge of food safety standards sanitation practices and dietary needs of elderly residents.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fastpaced teamoriented environment.
- Certification in food safety (e.g. ServSafe) is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Standing walking and moving throughout the kitchen and dining areas for extended periods.
- Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions (e.g. temperature changes from hot kitchen to cold storage areas).
Work Environment:
- Assisted living facility kitchen and dining areas.
- Regular interaction with residents staff and visitors.
- Some weekends and evenings
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
