Dietary Manager (CDM)

Dietary Manager (CDM)

MediLodge is proud to have received the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association!

Are you looking for a rewarding career and a stable company? MediLodge of Mt. Pleasant offers a rewarding experience to work with other warm-hearted team members. At the end of each day, your professional success and personal fulfilment will be your reward for making a difference in the lives of our residents.  

Why Choose MediLodge? No matter where you reside or consider relocating to, we are the largest provider of skilled nursing long-term care and short-term rehabilitation services with 50 centers located throughout Michigan.  

Healthcare and Specialty Benefits:  

• Effective 2024 we are pleased to offer our full-time employees a variety of medical coverage options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Affordable Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits through leading insurance providers to meet your healthcare needs and preferences for you and your family.
• We know your pet is family too! Three Pet Insurance options available to choose from.
• We provide an intercompany Employee Benefits Concierge to assist you in navigating and maximizing your benefits, should you have any questions.
• Flexible pay options; get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly with pay advances through UKG Wallet
• Company paid vacation days with rollover option and sick time.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent career advancement opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment programs
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401K retirement program
• Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses and more! 

  Summary: 
The Dietary Manager supervises the operation of Dietary Services of the facility.   Qualifications:  Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Licenses/Certification:

• Licensed or certified as a nutrition professional by the State in which the services are performed.
• CDM (Certified Dietary Manager) or CFM (Certified Food Manager)

Experience:

• Two years of experience in Dietary operations, one of which was in a long-term care environment.

Job Functions:

• Provides training, direction, and guidance for the dietary staff.
• Participates in the hiring, disciplining and evaluation of dietary employees.
• Schedules and supervises the cleaning and maintenance of equipment.
• Ensures that adequate stocks of appropriate food are available and maintains an accurate inventory.
• Participates in facility “Performance Improvement Program.”
• Orders supplies, checks shipments, and conducts inventories.
• Monitors supply usage for appropriateness and efficiency.
• Prepares work schedules and maintains adequate staffing.
• Participates in the predicting, planning, monitoring and evaluating of cost programs as assigned.
• Responsible for the completion of dietary documentation, patient histories, and food preferences.
• Works closely with Nursing staff to ensure that proper dietary needs are being recorded, addressed, and delivered.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of infection control techniques.
• Knowledge of commercial food service equipment operation.