Dietitian

Contracted position; 10 hours a week (flexible hours)

Pay: $45/hr 

Role: Assists Executive Chef/Dietary Manager in the preparation of meals.  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:

• Ensures the provision of a continuous high quality of service within the Dining Services department through ongoing supervision, oversight and delegation.·     

•   Assist Executive Chef/Dietary Manager in the coordination of effective communication among dining services staff and resident assistants.

 Practice proper sanitation and compliance to all Health Department regulations pertaining to food service.
·        Maintain necessary records and completes all administrative paperwork as required.
·        Ensures healthcare policies and procedures are documented and reflect current practices.
·        Assists in menu development, therapeutic extensions and adaptation to healthcare residents’ needs.
·        Demonstrates diplomacy and positive interpersonal skills in communications with staff and family members.
·        Communicates in a highly professional manner in both written and oral formats.
·        Monitors all aspects of department service for regulatory compliance.
·        Participates in the development and presentation of nutrition classes, displays, in-services and programs for staff, residents and the community.
·        Assists in management in other areas of the department.
·        Maintains a plan for self-development and professional growth.
·        Contribute to Community relationships by demonstrating cooperation and professional conduct with residents, families, fellow employees, physicians, pharmacies and other vendors or persons.
·        Contribute to team effort by being flexible in work assignments; by furnishing support; by taking initiative; and by understanding how this position affects and compliments all other Community positions.
·        Able to maintain work pace appropriate to given work load. Perform activities on schedule while maintaining regular attendance and punctuality within specified tolerance. 

Requirements:
·        Degree as a Registered Dietitian.
·        Knowledge of volume food preparation.
·        Knowledge of all applicable governmental regulations.
·        Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of the older adults.
·        Knowledge of the dietary needs of older adults.

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