Responsible for directing the overall operation of the Dietary Department; ensures quality nutritional services for residents as outlined in the facility guidelines and in conjunction with all laws and regulations. Performs inspections of the dietary department to ensure the cleanliness and sanitation of the department based on facility guidelines and state laws and regulations. Oversees the dietary department budget and operates department in conjunction with budgetary expectations. Recruits, selects and orients qualified team members for the Dietary Department. Works as an interdisciplinary team member to complete MDS Assessments and progress notes. Conducts nurtritional assessment on residents to ensure resident needs are addressed and fulfilled. Oversees menu preparation, nourishments and supplements in accordance with company guidelines and state laws or regulations; monitors each day to ensure necessary substitutions are provided. Monitors the department to ensure food is received, stored and prepared in accordance with guidelines and state laws and regulations. Interviews, hires and manages the dietary staff to ensure the effective and efficient operations of the department. Provides expectations and monitors performance of Dietary Department. Assists with assessing, developing and implementing the nutritional plan of care for residents. Monitors food preparation to ensure proper processes are followed for quality assurance through tasting, monitoring temperatures. Assists with providing education to the family and residents on nutrition as needed. Partners with Registered Dietitian to accurately prepare for resident meals. Visits family or resident upon admission to discuss food or meal preferences and needs. Attends meetings related to resident care and dietary activities. Enters new admission information in computer. Makes rounds to understand resident needs and to determine ways of improving dietary department activities. Performs inspections of the dietary department to ensure the cleanliness and sanitation of the department based on company guidelines and state laws and regulations. Orders food and supplies based on company budget from preferred vendors. Reconciles invoices and maintains financial information accurately and timely. Monitors and changes diet tray cards for accuracy and to meet resident needs. Assists in preparation of the meals as needed. Conducts weight audits at least on a monthly basis. Conducts weight checks at least on a weekly basis. Monitors process for labeling foods and inventory to ensure fresh stock. Assists with arranging events and celebrations as needed. Assists in the dietary department with food preparation, distribution and cleaning, as needed. Please see the link to the new Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website.

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Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Panama City, FL 32404 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Panama City, FL 32404: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person