Dietary Services Manager - Nursing/Assisted Living Facility

Colonial Health Care is a Maine owned and operated, award-winning nursing facility located on a quiet street in Lincoln, Maine. At Colonial, we strive to be the very best at what we do, both in the eyes of those we serve and our friendly staff. We are truly a team in every sense and we believe and support one another as we all work together.

About the Role

The Director of Dietary/Food Services manages the food service operations of the facility in conjunction with a Licensed Dietitian. The Dietary/Food Service Director oversees dietary staff to ensure that meals are attractive, tasteful, and nutritious for the residents, families, and staff. Overseen and supported by the Sr. Director of Dietary Services for all First Atlantic Healthcare facilities.

Responsibilities

• Work in conjunction with all departments in planning events that will require food service from the dietary department.
• Train staff according to all Federal and State of Maine standards.
• Properly train staff on all therapeutic diets and update when a new diet is ordered.
• Work with all vendors, families, residents, and staff in a professional manner and expect that of any staff interacting with them.
• Conduct and administer fiscal operations, including accounting, planning budgets, authorizing expenditures, establishing rates for services, and coordinating financial reporting.
• Collect, analyze, and manage data.
• Plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department.
• Use diagnostic services, inpatient beds, facilities, and staff to ensure effective use of resources and assess the need for additional staff, equipment, and services.
• Develop and maintain computerized record management systems to store and process data such as personnel activities and information, and to produce reports.
• Inspect facilities and recommend building or equipment modifications.
• Work with the leadership team to establish an appropriate level of staff per shift based upon budget.
• Collaborate with Licensed Dietitian on menus to ensure that each resident receives a meal according to their therapeutic diets.
• Purchase and maintain inventory according to the menu cycles and recipe needs.
• Maintain food supplies according to the disaster plan.
• Maintain a strong vendor network.
• Evaluate and maintain all equipment in the dietary department.
• Attend all professional meetings within the facility.
• Maintain the inventory for food, paper products, chemicals, and beverages used in the dietary department.
• Understand and complete Person-Centered Care Plans; interview new residents to understand dietary needs and preferences.
• Direct, supervise, and evaluate work activities of personnel.
• Recruit, select, hire, train, evaluate, counsel, and supervise staff.
• Coach and develop staff, engaging in the growth of your team.
• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, establish benchmarks, and direct professional and non-professional staff.
• Develop and implement organizational policies and procedures.
• Develop instructional materials and conduct in-service and educational programs.
• Maintain awareness of advances in Dietary Services.
• Develop or expand and implement programs.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nursing staff, and other professional and non-professional staff.
• Understand dietary services practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing food service functions in the long-term care facility.
• Understand and follow company policies, including harassment and complaint procedures.
• Assist in the evacuation of residents.
• Maintain skills in order to assist staff as necessary.
• Demonstrate highly functioning reasoning skills, good judgment, and critical thinking skills.
• Communicate and participate as part of a high-functioning interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

• Two to four years of related food service and leadership experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Solid computer skills – both personal computer and electronic medical record.
• Strong leadership skills, able to develop strengths and skills that support a high-quality resident experience.
• Analytical skills and abilities to turn data into action; moving your facility forward.

Benefits

• Flexible Shifts
• Tuition reimbursement and education assistance
• Full-time employees have access to full benefits: medical, dental, vision, and disability
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Flexible savings account, including medical & dependent
• Paid Time Off available to all employees
• 401(k) Retirement savings program with employer contribution

Schedule

• Monday through Friday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm or 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Weekends as needed