Dietary Manager
Cape Girardeau, MO - USA
Job Summary
Community: Auburn Creek
Community Type: Assisted Living & Memory Care
Location: Cape Girardaeu MO
Shifts Available: Days / Evenings
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: Starting at $17-18/hour
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Looking for a rewarding job insenior carewhere your work truly matters At Americare Senior Living youll build relationships support residents and be part of a team that feels like family.
- Trustedsenior living providerwith 40 years of experience
- Guided by our RISING values: Respect Integrity Servant Heart Inspire Nurture Growth
- Known forHometown Hospitalityand small family-like communities
- Recognized as aGreat Place to WorkandBest Workplaces in Aging Services
- Make a daily impact inresident care and quality of life
- Work in asupportive team-focused environment
- Build meaningful relationships with residents and coworkers
- Join a culture focused onrespect compassion and connection
- Flexible scheduling options to support your lifestyle
- Competitive pay annual increases
- Daily pay access (get paid when you need it)
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Health dental vision life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition assistance and career growth opportunities
- Free meals during shifts
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
Benefits may vary based on full-time part-time or PRN status.
Americare Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Dietary Manager to oversee foodservice operations within our this leadership role youll ensure compliance with policies and regulations while delivering nutritious high-quality meals in a safe welcoming environment that supports resident satisfaction and quality of life.
The Dietary Manager is responsible for leading dining services supervising staff managing budgets and inventory and ensuring food safety and sanitation standards are met. This role works collaboratively with other community departments and Registered Dietitians to support resident-centered care and an exceptional dining experience.
Dietary Manager Food Service Director Dining Services Manager Nutrition Services Manager or Food Service Manager.
- Supervise foodservice staff including hiring onboarding training scheduling and performance evaluations
- Ensure compliance with dietary regulations company policies and food safety standards
- Plan and oversee meal preparation based on dietitian-approved menus
- Maintain departmental budgets manage inventory and order food and supplies
- Collaborate with community departments to ensure resident-centered care
- Uphold high sanitation infection control and food safety standards
- Participate in resident care planning and coordinate with Registered Dietitians
- Communicate professionally with inspectors surveyors and regulatory agencies
- Promote a positive dining culture aligned with Americares values and Hometown Hospitality
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Preferred experience in quantity food production ideally in a healthcare or senior living setting
- ServSafe Certification or equivalent preferred (or willingness to obtain shortly after hire)
- Strong leadership organizational and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail
- Stand sit walk and change positions frequently
- Lift or carry up to 25 lbs.; push and pull up to 50 lbs.
- Reach balance kneel stoop and bend as needed
- Follow all safety policies including use of carts for moving items
- Wear skid-resistant supportive footwear to prevent slips and falls
- Use protective hand equipment when handling knives sharp objects and hot surfaces
- Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation
- Participate in company drug testing procedures
This role operates in a professional kitchen and dining environment utilizing stoves dishwashers refrigerators coolers and other foodservice equipment. The environment is indoors with adequate lighting and ventilation.
Join Americare Senior Living and lead dining services that nourish residents and enhance daily quality of life.
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