Dietary Manager (Healthcare)

Coordinate dietary services and activities with Nursing, Housekeeping, and Social Services while developing departmental policies and procedures. Assist in creating preliminary and comprehensive dietary assessments and written plans of care for residents, ensuring compliance with physician orders and facility regulations. Manage kitchen equipment maintenance, inspect food storage areas, and process diet changes from nursing services. Conduct daily rounds to verify personnel duties, visit residents to evaluate meal quality, and maintain liaison with families regarding diet history and discharge planning. Ensure all dietary personnel are trained on safety protocols and attend mandatory meetings.