Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Dietary Services Supervisor (Assistant DSS) to support the management of dietary operations within a healthcare or assisted living setting. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of food service management, clinical nutrition, and health regulation policies. This role offers an opportunity to lead food service teams, ensure compliance with safety standards, and contribute to the well-being of residents or patients through nutritious and tailored meal plans. The Assistant DSS will play a vital role in maintaining high-quality dietary services that align with care plans and regulatory requirements. Duties Assist in managing daily food service operations, including food preparation, production, and presentation, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards. Supervise and coordinate food service teams, providing leadership, training, and performance evaluations to foster a collaborative work environment. Support the development and implementation of individualized care plans that incorporate nutritional assessments and dietary needs. Ensure compliance with all relevant health regulation policies, including food safety management and food service health code standards. Oversee inventory control, budgeting, and procurement processes to optimize resource utilization while minimizing waste. Maintain accurate documentation within electronic health records (EHR) systems related to dietary services, patient assessments, and care plans. Monitor food production processes to ensure quality control and consistency in meal delivery for residents or patients with diverse dietary requirements. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to conduct diagnostic evaluations related to nutrition and manage specialized feeding methods such as tube feeding. Qualifications Here are a few ways to write this requirement for your job posting, depending on where you place it on the ad: Short & Direct (Best for Job Bullet Points or Qualifications section) "Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) kitchen required; Spanish bilingual preferred/required. Prior experience in assisted living facilities or healthcare settings with a focus on dietary services or clinical nutrition. Demonstrated supervisory experience managing food service teams within a regulated environment. Strong knowledge of health regulation policies, food safety management, and compliance standards related to food service health codes. Proficiency in managing electronic health records (EHR) or electronic medical records (EMR) systems for documentation purposes. Familiarity with managing budgets, food production processes, and inventory control in a dietary department setting. Knowledge of physiology, nutrition principles, dietetics practices, and care planning for diverse patient populations. Excellent leadership skills combined with effective communication abilities suitable for team management and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experience with acute care environments or similar settings that require detailed patient assessment and specialized nutritional interventions is preferred. Join our team as an Assistant Dietary Services Supervisor to make a meaningful impact on residents' quality of life through exceptional dietary management rooted in professionalism, compassion, and expertise!

Pay:

$22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person