Dietary Services Manager SonderBloom - 2.2 College Station, TX Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Nutrition Computer operation Customer communication Operations management Expense management Hiring Food safety sanitizing procedures Task prioritization Organizational skills Managing kitchen staff

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Accel at College Station 1500 Medical Avenue, College Station, TX 77845 At SonderBloom, our primary objective is to provide exceptional environmental, dietary, and clinical dietitian services while prioritizing meaningful human connections. We are dedicated to elevating service standards and redefining success in our industry. We uphold a set of core values that form the foundation of our organization:

• Transparency
• Always doing the right thing
• Making things happen
• Practicing empathy in every action
• Innovating to learn, grow, and drive change
• Placing service at the core of everything we do With a dynamic and values-driven culture that embodies compassion, we strive to forge long-lasting partnerships and prioritize the well-being of individuals in all aspects of our operations.

The Dietary Services Manager is responsible for overseeing the dietary services program in adherence to SonderBloom policies, federal and state regulations, and food quality standards. Their role includes providing leadership, support, and guidance to ensure compliance with inventory management, food safety protocols, and customer service expectations. They are also responsible for maintaining records of finances, supplies, personnel, and equipment, and reporting to the SonderBloom Regional Operations Manager. They are accountable for staff training, quality control, and department in- servicing to uphold SonderBloom standards and foster a professional environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

JOB

FUNCTION

People Management & Development

• Conduct interviews, hire and onboard dietary staff for the department.
• Maintain optimal staffing levels and create schedules for all dietary staff.
• Supervise, coordinate, and evaluate the performance of all dietary services employees.
• Foster employee engagement by championing SonderBloom's Mission, Values, Culture, and Company recognition programs.
• Perform other assigned duties.

JOB FUNCTION

Financial Management

• Engage in planning and budgeting activities.
• Manage a cost-effective program.
• Forecast and plan the procurement of food, supplies, and equipment.
• Maintain necessary records, including food production, inventory, income/expense, meal counts, and personnel records.
• Perform other assigned duties.

JOB FUNCTION

Customer Service

• Interact appropriately with residents, clients, personnel, and the public.
• Respond to customer preferences and industry trends to design menus.
• Ensure food is prepared using methods that preserve nutritive value and meet residents' needs.
• Perform other assigned duties.

JOB FUNCTION

Food Preparation and Safety

• Ensure adherence to sanitation and safety standards.
• Oversee and participate in the preparation and serving of food.
• Perform essential tasks of dietary aide, cook, and dishwasher positions.
• Perform other assigned duties.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/WORK EXPERIENCE

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Mandatory specialized training in dietary services management and nutrition.
• Successful completion of an approved sanitation and safety course.

Preferred:

Two years of experience in quantity food production/service and personnel supervision.

• Preference for Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) participation or certification.
• Must undergo a criminal background check.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• General knowledge and understanding of nutrition.
• Ability to interpret a nutrient analysis spreadsheet of patient meals.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills.
• Considerable knowledge of quantity food production, serving techniques, and food safety/sanitation requirements.
• Understanding of dietary services program finances.
• Skill in using public relations techniques to promote the dietary services program.
• Ability to interact positively with residents, clients, personnel, and the public.
• Proficiency in computer software, including email, food service management technology programs, word processing programs, and spreadsheet software.
• Proficiency in motivating and supervising dietary services personnel.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively with a team.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Capacity to exercise independent judgment. Acceptable minimum equivalent experience in place of degree: 2 years The Dietary Services Manager should possess the following:
• Skills in motivating and supervising dietary service personnel.
• General knowledge and understanding of nutrition.
• Ability to interpret a nutrient analysis spreadsheet of patient meals.
• Knowledge of dietary service program requirements.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in email and word processing software such as Microsoft Word and spreadsheet software like Excel.
• Ability to maintain records and complete reports, including web-based reporting.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Considerable knowledge of quantity food production and serving techniques, as well as food safety/sanitation requirements and procedures.
• An understanding of dietary services program finances.
• Skills in using public relations techniques to promote the dietary services program to clients and residents.
• Ability to interact positively with residents, clients, other personnel, and the public.

Computer software:

Proficient in or ability to become proficient within the first 3 months in using computer software, including but not limited to: E-mail, Food Service management technology programs, Microsoft Word, and Excel.

Machine operation:

Copier, fax, calculator, computer, and other office equipment; all standard kitchen equipment from industrial ovens to utensils.

Special training:

Please refer to dietary training manual.

MENTAL DEMANDS & OTHER

Mental demands and other factors important to successful performance of job tasks (Mental demands are not only learned mental skills, but also conditions that call for mental discipline.)

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Dietary Management :

1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person