Kitchen Manager - CDM

Job Summary

The Kitchen Manager assists with Food & Nutrition Services Department. Key responsibilities include managing schedules, inventory, and food orders; providing education; ensuring quality food preparation and service; and assisting the Registered Dietitian with clinical duties.

Qualifications

• At least one year experience in administration is helpful but not required.
• At least one year experience in clinical is helpful but not required.
• Must possess leadership qualities and be able to supervise and secure the cooperation of FNS partners.
• May be required to have or obtain a Food Handlers Certificate or Sanitation Course, as required by state regulations.
• May be required to be licensed and/or certified as required by specific state guidelines.

Position Highlights

• If there is no Director of Dietary, the Kitchen Manager is responsible for the total operation of the Dietary Department.
• Plans, directs, and supervises all dietary functions and partners.
• Prepares and serves nutritious meals for all customers, considering special diet requirements and individual food preferences.
• Obtains menu approval if not a Registered Dietitian.
• Purchases food and supplies and maintains cost records.
• Maintains budget guidelines for food, supply, labor, and total budget and participates in budget planning.
• Purchases equipment, maintains equipment records, notifies maintenance department of malfunctioning equipment, and prepares preventive maintenance sheets.
• Schedules work hours and assignments, reviews and checks work assignments, evaluates work performance, and completes periodic evaluations of dietary partners.
• Maintains personnel records of dietary partners.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, uniforms, paid time off, 401(k) with generous company match, stock options, and more.

Company Information

National HealthCare Corporation is an innovator in the delivery of quality care. We aim to provide a full range of extended care services, maximizing the well-being and independence of patients of all ages. We are dedicated to meeting patient needs through an interdisciplinary approach combining compassionate care with cost-effective health care services. NHC HealthCare Greenwood is located at 437 East Cambridge Avenue, Greenwood, SC 29646.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from individuals who share our values of honesty and integrity.