Assistant Dietary Manager
Genacross | Wolf Creek
Full Time | Day Shift working 11 am - 7 pm
Must be able to work every other weekend and holiday's
Pay: $21/hour
At Genacross Lutheran Services, we've been serving individuals, families, and communities with compassionate care for more than 160 years. As a faith-based nonprofit organization, we are committed to providing compassionate care and services throughout life's journey.
What You'll Need:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- ServSafe Manager Certification required, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
- Minimum 1-2 years of supervisory or team lead experience in a high-volume food service environment required.
- Experience in long-term care, senior living, or healthcare dietary services strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of therapeutic diets, texture modifications (IDDSI standards), and food safety regulations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to learn clinical dietary software.
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, bend, reach, push food carts, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
What You'll Do as an Assistant Dietary Manager:
- Assist the Director of Dietary Services in overseeing daily kitchen operations, food preparation, and meal service to ensure quality and efficiency.
- Supervise, train, and support dietary staff, including coordinating schedules, assigning tasks, and managing daily workflows.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, infection control, and regulatory standards.
- Monitor meal preparation, portion control, therapeutic diets, and texture modifications to meet residents' nutritional needs.
- Collaborate with nursing staff and Registered Dietitians to accommodate specialized diets and resident preferences.
- Promote a positive dining experience by addressing resident concerns and gathering feedback to improve meal quality and service.
- Assist with inventory management, purchasing, food storage, and waste reduction.
- Maintain accurate documentation, including temperature logs, sanitation records, and quality assurance audits.
- Provide hands-on support with meal preparation, serving, tray assembly, and kitchen operations as needed.
Why Join Genacross?
At Genacross Lutheran Services, our Team Members make a meaningful difference every day. We're committed to creating a supportive workplace where you can grow while helping residents live with dignity, purpose, and connection
Team Member Benefits: (Benefits may vary based on position, schedule, and eligibility)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% employer contribution
- Short-term disability coverage
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee discounts