Job Overview
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
employee training
Employee Discounts
Meal Allowances
Job Description
Riverview Health & Rehab Center - Jefferson is a reputable healthcare facility dedicated to providing high-quality care and rehabilitation services to its residents. As part of its commitment to excellence, the center emphasizes the importance of nutrition and dietary needs, ensuring that every resident receives meals that are not only palatable and nourishing but also tailored to meet their specific dietary requirements. This establishment values a supportive work environment and promotes equal employment opportunities, ensuring fairness in recruitment, hiring, and all employment terms. The center operates with a clear focus on patient dignity, safety, and overall well-being, making it a trusted name in health services within the community.
The Dietary Supervisor role at Riverview Health & Rehab Center - Jefferson is integral to maintaining the highest standards in food service operations. This position involves preparing well-balanced meals that align with the nutritional guidelines set by registered dietitians while accommodating any special dietary needs of residents. The role also carries significant supervisory responsibilities, including overseeing dietary staff in the absence of the Dietary Manager, managing employee performance, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with both organizational policies and relevant laws. The supervisor is expected to exercise independent judgment in their duties and play a leadership role in promoting food safety, quality, and resident satisfaction.
In this role, the Dietary Supervisor will handle a range of critical duties such as managing food preparation, storage, and service processes, as well as ensuring that kitchen equipment is maintained and safe to use. They will take part in staff training, interviewing, hiring, and performance evaluations, fostering a productive and compliant work environment. Moreover, the supervisor will be responsible for monitoring residents' meal acceptance, preparing for inspections, and supporting continuous education initiatives within the department. The working conditions require the ability to stand and walk frequently, with occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds, and adherence to safety protocols in an environment that may involve exposure to chemicals and airborne particles.
This position is well-suited for candidates with a high school diploma or equivalent, along with experience in institutional food service settings. It calls for strong leadership skills, effective communication, and the ability to apply process improvements in daily operations. The Dietary Supervisor must be committed to upholding residents' rights and maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient dietary department. Riverview Health & Rehab Center - Jefferson offers a supportive and inclusive workplace environment that values ongoing education and professional development, ensuring that its staff are equipped to provide outstanding dietary services and contribute positively to resident care and satisfaction.
The Dietary Supervisor role at Riverview Health & Rehab Center - Jefferson is integral to maintaining the highest standards in food service operations. This position involves preparing well-balanced meals that align with the nutritional guidelines set by registered dietitians while accommodating any special dietary needs of residents. The role also carries significant supervisory responsibilities, including overseeing dietary staff in the absence of the Dietary Manager, managing employee performance, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with both organizational policies and relevant laws. The supervisor is expected to exercise independent judgment in their duties and play a leadership role in promoting food safety, quality, and resident satisfaction.
In this role, the Dietary Supervisor will handle a range of critical duties such as managing food preparation, storage, and service processes, as well as ensuring that kitchen equipment is maintained and safe to use. They will take part in staff training, interviewing, hiring, and performance evaluations, fostering a productive and compliant work environment. Moreover, the supervisor will be responsible for monitoring residents' meal acceptance, preparing for inspections, and supporting continuous education initiatives within the department. The working conditions require the ability to stand and walk frequently, with occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds, and adherence to safety protocols in an environment that may involve exposure to chemicals and airborne particles.
This position is well-suited for candidates with a high school diploma or equivalent, along with experience in institutional food service settings. It calls for strong leadership skills, effective communication, and the ability to apply process improvements in daily operations. The Dietary Supervisor must be committed to upholding residents' rights and maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient dietary department. Riverview Health & Rehab Center - Jefferson offers a supportive and inclusive workplace environment that values ongoing education and professional development, ensuring that its staff are equipped to provide outstanding dietary services and contribute positively to resident care and satisfaction.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- one year experience as a cook in an institutional food service setting preferred
- freedom from illegal drug use
- freedom from drug and alcohol effects in the workplace
- no history of abuse or neglect in healthcare settings
- ability to perform physical demands including standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting up to 50 pounds
- ability to follow written, oral, or diagram instructions
- ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment
- willingness to comply with facility safety, infection control, and emergency procedures
Job Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred
- one year experience as a cook in an institutional food service setting preferred
- ability to demonstrate literacy
- ability to effectively present information and respond to supervisor and staff members
- ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
- ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
- leadership and supervisory experience
- strong interpersonal and communication skills
Job Duties
- Prepare palatable, nourishing, well-balanced meals to meet residents' nutritional and special dietary needs
- supervise dietary department employees in the absence of the Dietary Manager
- interview, hire, and train employees
- plan, assign, and direct work
- prepare work assignment sheets
- find replacements for absent staff
- transfer employees among kitchens and dining areas as needed
- prepare performance evaluations
- reward and discipline employees appropriately
- schedule and adjust lunch and rest breaks
- approve time card errors and authorize overtime with supervisor's approval
- resolve employee complaints
- determine rotation of employees in kitchen and dining areas
- monitor and correct job performance
- act in charge of facility in absence of higher-ranking management
- use independent judgment and discretion in duties
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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