Dining Services Director

Vivo Healthcare West Orange

Ocoee, FL

Immediate Opening

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Dining Services Director to join our team at Vivo Healthcare West Orange, a leading healthcare provider in Ocoee, FL. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our food and nutrition services department, ensuring that our residents receive high-quality meals that meet their unique needs and preferences.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the budget and purchasing of food and supplies, and food preparation, services, and storage.

• Maintain a clean and sanitary environment.

• Oversee safe and timely meal preparation, including the provision of meals and/or supplements in accordance with residents' needs, preferences, and care plan.

• Monitor regular and therapeutic diets, including texture of foods and liquids to meet the specialized needs of residents.

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and QAPI activities when food and nutrition services are involved.

• Recruit, interview, hire, train, coach, evaluate, reward, discipline, and when necessary, terminate employees working in the Food and Nutrition Services department.

• Develop and manage work schedules to ensure adequate staff to cover each shift.

• Monitor budgets for cost-effectiveness and manage any revenue-generating services.

• Plan and implement menu planning, including responding to resident preferences, substitution lists, therapeutic diets, and industry trends.

• Inspect meals and ensure that standards for appearance, palatability, temperature, and serving times are met.

• Manage the preparation and service of special nourishments and supplemental feedings.

• Ensure safe receiving, storage, preparation, and service of food.

• Prepare cleaning schedules and maintain equipment to ensure food safety.

• Ensure proper sanitation and safety practices of staff.

• Process new diet orders and diet changes, and keep diet cards updated.

• Determine resident diet needs and develop appropriate dietary plans in cooperation with registered dietician and in compliance with physician's orders.

Requirements:

• Certification as a dietary manager, food service manager, or similar national certification for food service management and safety from a national certifying body.

• Associate's or higher degree in food service management or hospitality from an accredited institution of higher learning, or 2 or more years of experience in the position of director of food and nutrition services in a nursing facility setting.

• Minimum 2 years' experience in foodservice management, with prior experience in healthcare foodservice preferred.

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to, and be an example of teamwork.

• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.

• Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family, and staff.

• Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday.

• Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.

• Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Additional Information:

• This is a full-time position with competitive salary and benefits package.

• We offer a supportive and dynamic work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and dedicated professional with a passion for delivering exceptional resident care, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications.