Dietary Manager

Waterside Nursing & Rehab offers a living alternative to a very special group of people, our senior citizens. We feel there is no other senior community in the area that compares in quality, either in living accommodations or in our outstanding professional staff. Our goal is to fulfill the living needs of our residents, to give them an enriched lifestyle, a a better quality of life and the opportunity to share new experiences and activities in new surrounds. We have provided a comfortable environment for our residents and have included the elements of privacy, security, and convenience.

Position involves the planning, purchasing, preparation and delivery of nutritious, high quality food to residents within the limits of the approved budget, in accordance with the recommended Dietary allowances of the "Food and Nutrition Board" of the "National Academy of Sciences," and in compliance with state/federal regulations and internal policies.

Coordinate Dietary activities by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Maintain Rights of Residents as set forth by the Texas Department of Health Laws and Regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Evaluates and monitors all aspects of Dietary operation, making recommendations for conformance level that will provide nutritionally adequate, quality food. Assesses, develops, implements, and evaluates menu patterns under the supervision of the consultant dietitian.
• Maintains high quality food for regular and modified diets.
• Purchases and receives food and non-food supplies are stored in accordance with Department of Health regulations.
• Ensures that food and non-food supplies are stored in accordance with Department of Health regulations.
• Maintains high standard of sanitation and cleanliness in the Dietary Department.
• Reviews financial transactions and monitors budget to ensure efficient operation, and to ensure expenditures stay within budget limitations.
• Interviews and hires Dietary employees in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Plans, organizes, and conducts orientation, training, and in-service educational programs for Dietary personnel.
• Prepares timely disciplinary action and counsels Dietary employees, in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Consults with health care team concerning nutritional care of residents.
• Investigates and resolves food quality and service complaints.
• Confers with other directors, residents, and/or sponsors to accommodate special activities and requests.
• Prepare routine reports and maintains all Dietary records in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Knowledgeable of and implements all safety, universal precautions, and Company policies/procedures for the protection of residents, co-workers, and self.

PHYSICAL, COGNITIVE, AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Walking, reaching, bending, grasping, pushing, pulling
• Ability to remain calm under stress.
• Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel and support agencies.
• Ability to demonstrate patience, tact, courtesy, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile residents within the facility.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Must be able to lift and transfer a minimum of 25 pounds.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Credentialed in Dietary Management.

OTHER JOB DUTIES:

Other duties that may be assigned to assist in maintaining quality standards and maintaining the facility as a viable and successful entity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $12.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kerrville, TX 78028: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Food handling: 1 year (Preferred)
• Dietary Manager: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $-1