CERTIFIED Dietary Manager

Purpose Statement

Manage the daily operation of department(s) that prepare and serve food and beverages.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Develop and implement menus that meet the dietary requirements of patients, including therapeutic and modified diets, in collaboration with Registered Dietitian and healthcare providers.
• Monitor food production to ensure meals are prepared and served to maintain nutritional value in compliance with regulatory requirements and guidelines.
• Implement and monitor the strict sanitary requirements of the dietary department both of the physical facility and the proper care and handling of food.
• Oversee inventory control, ordering of food and supplies, and managing the dietary department's budget to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Interview, hire, train and provide coaching for dietary staff.
• Set and monitor daily work schedules for all dietary staff.
• Manage the overall development and performance of dietary staff. Establish team member goals and conduct performance evaluations.
• Promote and manage the safety of team members and the work environment.
• Engage with patients to understand and accommodate their dietary needs, fostering a positive dining experience.

Maintain accurate records of dietary services including meal counts, food temperatures, and compliance audits.

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Education / Experience

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