Assistant Dietary Manager (CDM)-Bucks

Must be a Certified Dietary Manager

Will oversee 65 residents in Skilled Nursing, Personal Care and Memory Care

Pay: $21.75 per hour

Scope of Supervision:   Assists with the supervision of Cook, Assistant Cook, Utility Associate, and Server. Provides guidance, training, and direction to Resident Assistants. Liaisons with Members of the Leadership Team.

Role:   Assists with the management of the day to day operations of Dining Services. This is accomplished by taking into account Juniper Communities’ philosophy, hallmarks, policies and procedures as well as current federal, state and local regulatory standards.

Responsibilities:

 Ensure compliance to Juniper Communities’ philosophy and hallmarks as well as all written policies and procedures that govern the operation of Dining Services.

 Assist in the coordination of effective communication among dining services staff and resident assistants.

 Prepare work assignments and schedules.

 Assists with procurement of food and food service supplies.  Assists with the production of food.

 Prepare meals for residents, staff, and visitors.  Assist with the proper sanitation and compliance to all Health Department regulations pertaining to food service.

 Work in concert with dietitian regarding the development of menus, special diets, and cycle menu planning.

 Liaison with Wellness Director regarding dietary needs of the residents.

 Work closely with the Connections Director and the Director of Community Relations in the planning and implementation of special events.

 Maintain necessary records according to regulations.

 Complete all administrative paperwork as required.

 Maintain liaison with residents and family members.

 Through ongoing supervision, oversight, and delegation assists with the provision of a continuous high quality of service within the Dining Services Department.

 Assist in establishing rapport among Dining Services team members to facilitate teamwork.

 Assist in the recruitment and selection of competent Dining Services staff and Resident Assistants.

 Perform continuous, ongoing assistance with supervision of all Dining Services staff members including but not limited to training, disciplining, counseling, motivating, and evaluating.

 Ensure all Dining Services staff follow established safety regulations, including fire protection, infection control, and equipment safety.

 Make written and oral reports to the Executive Chef/Dietary Manager concerning the operation of Dietary Services

 Work in concert with other members of the Leadership Team.

 Assist in the planning and implementation of the In Touch Orientation and in-service training.

 Submit recommendations to the Executive Chef/Dietary Manager for budget completion, equipment, and supplies.

 Manage and maintains Dining Services budget within established guidelines.

 Ensure adequate food, supplies and equipment is available to meet the day to day operational needs of the Dietary Services Department.

 Serve as networking team member, as directed. Educational/Vocational

Requirements:

 A CDM certification

-A High School Diploma and educational background in culinary arts or food service.

 Previous management experience in healthcare or service-related setting.

 Knowledge and ability to operate all food service equipment.

 Knowledge of all applicable governmental regulations.  Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of the older adults.  Knowledge of the dietary needs of older adults.

 Aptitude in math for interpreting menus.

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