Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $37,200.00 - $48,500.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
401(k)
Dental Insurance
Dependent health insurance coverage
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
employee discount
Flexible spending account
Free parking
Health Insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid Time Off
Prescription drug insurance
Vision Insurance
Job Description
Tennessee State Veterans' Home Board operates the Veterans Nursing Home, a dedicated long-term care facility committed to providing high-quality, resident-centered healthcare services to veterans. The institution is known for its supportive and respectful environment tailored to the unique needs of veterans and their families. As a state-supported entity, the Veterans Nursing Home emphasizes compliance with federal, state, and Veterans Affairs (VA) regulations, ensuring that all services meet the highest standards of care and safety. This facility not only focuses on medical and health-related services, but also prioritizes the nutritional wellbeing of its residents, understanding that proper nutrition plays a critical... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- one to two years of experience in institutional food service
- prior supervisory or lead experience preferred
- ability to follow detailed diet orders and food safety standards
- knowledge of long-term care dietary regulations
- ability to communicate effectively
- physical ability to perform job duties including lifting and standing
- willingness to obtain Certified Dietary Manager certification
- commitment to resident-centered care
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- additional coursework in nutrition, hospitality, or food service management preferred
- Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) or eligibility/intent to obtain certification preferred, in accordance with state and VA regulations
- Minimum of one to two years of experience in institutional food service, preferably in a long-term care, skilled nursing, or hospital setting
- Prior supervisory or lead experience in a kitchen or dietary department strongly preferred
- Knowledge of long-term care dietary regulations, therapeutic diets, and safe food handling practices
- Ability to read, understand, and follow diet orders, menus, recipes, and written procedures
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- ability to work effectively with veterans, families, staff, and surveyors
- Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry food, equipment, and supplies as required, and to stand and walk for extended periods
Job Duties
- Assist in planning, organizing, and directing the day-to-day operations of the dietary department, ensuring timely meal preparation and service for residents, staff, and visitors
- Supervise and support dietary staff, including assigning duties, monitoring performance, and providing coaching and feedback to ensure quality and efficiency
- Ensure meals are prepared and served according to approved menus, recipes, and diet orders, including therapeutic, texture-modified, and culturally appropriate diets for veterans
- Verify accuracy of diet lists and tray tickets
- ensure residents receive the correct diet, portion sizes, and consistency as ordered
- Monitor food quality, including taste, appearance, temperature, and portion control, and take corrective action as needed
- Assist with menu planning and revisions in collaboration with the Dietary Manager and consulting dietitian to meet regulatory and nutritional requirements
- Help maintain compliance with federal, state, VA, and long-term care regulations related to food service, sanitation, infection control, resident rights, and documentation
- Oversee proper food handling, storage, labeling, and rotation (FIFO) to ensure safety and minimize waste
- Assist with inventory management, including ordering, receiving, and checking in food and supplies, and reporting discrepancies or quality concerns
- Participate in staff scheduling and timekeeping for dietary staff to ensure adequate coverage for all shifts and special events
- Train and orient new dietary employees on department policies, procedures, safety, and resident-centered service expectations
- Participate in quality assurance/performance improvement (QAPI) activities related to nutrition and food service
- Collaborate with nursing and other departments to address resident concerns, preferences, and special events (holidays, celebrations, veteran recognition activities)
- Interact with residents and families in a courteous, professional manner
- respond to food-related questions and complaints promptly and appropriately
- Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, storage areas, dish room, and dining areas in accordance with sanitation and infection control standards
- Assist with maintaining required records, including temperature logs, cleaning schedules, inventory records, in-service training, and other documentation as assigned
- Serve as acting Dietary Manager in their absence, within scope of training and facility policy
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Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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