Dietary Services Director in Huntington, West Virginia at Providence Groups LLC

Job Title: Dietary Services Director

Job Type: Full-time

The Dietary Services Director will be responsible for overseeing the dietary department and ensuring that all meals are prepared and served in a safe, healthy, and timely manner.

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement menus that meet the nutritional needs of residents/patients

Ensure that all meals are prepared and served in accordance with dietary restrictions and preferences

Manage and train dietary staff to ensure that they are providing high-quality service

Maintain inventory of food and supplies, and order as needed

Ensure that all kitchen equipment is properly maintained and in good working order

Monitor and maintain food safety and sanitation standards

Develop and maintain positive relationships with residents/patients and their families

Collaborate with other departments to ensure that all dietary needs are met

Job Requirements:

Must be a Registered Dietician, Diet Technician, or previous Dietary Director, meeting the requirements established by the State Regulatory Agency.

Must possess, at minimum, a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification.

Minimum of three (3) years related experience.

One (1) to two (2) years management/supervisory experience required.

Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations

Strong leadership and management skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

Moderate physical activity:

Push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds to a minimum height of three (3) feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of fifty (50) feet.

Standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

Bending and/or stooping for more than one (1) hour at a time.

Sitting for more than two (2) hours at a time.

Requires computer work with repetitive typing and concentrating on computer screen.