Food Service Director

Description

    We are looking for a passionate culinary professional who loves making a difference in the lives of seniors.

Join our dedicated team at Patriots Glen!!  

Our patients receive specialized short-term or rehabilitative care following surgery or a hospital stay. We are an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team built from the very best among physicians, therapists, nurses, social workers, dietitians, wound care specialists, and more.

• Full Time 
• Mon-Friday
• $38.54-$43.00 Hourly DOE

Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Rate
• Comprehensive Training Period
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Appreciation Days
• Career Growth & Advancement Potential
• Paid Time Off / Sick Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k Retirement Plan

Position Overview

The Food Services Director implements and maintains effective, efficient systems in order to operate the dietary department; provides food service to patients in a cost-effective, efficient manner; safely meets patient needs in compliance with federal, state and local requirements.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Perform simple arithmetic and units of measurement conversions used in food preparation.
• Plan diets and menus for review by the consultant/Dietitian.
• Implement diets and menus approved by the consultant/Dietitian.
• Purchase or requisition food and supplies.
• Supervise the receiving and storage of food and supplies.
• Supervise food preparation and service.
• Complete the assigned MDS section(s) in a timely manner.
• Participate in the IDT preparation and review of patient care plans. Identify nutrition problems using established guidelines to distinguish between routine and at-risk patients.
• Review patient dietary profile, assessment plan and plan of care for patients triggering a QM related to weight loss and depressive symptoms to determine if there is a problem or concern that can be resolved, improved or addressed in a different manner to improve the patient’s nutritional status.
• Document the dietary component of patient care plans.
• Implement the dietary component of patient assessments and care plans.
• Record each patient’s progress toward care plan goals.
• Review and revise each patient’s care plan as necessary.
• Interview patients and determine specific dietary needs and preferences.
• Inform and educate patients regarding therapeutic diets.
• Monitor patient weight.
• Maintain file of standardized recipes.

Requirements

• High school diploma, equivalent (GED)
• A minimum of three years’ experience in institutional meal planning and preparation
• Must have a workable knowledge of large quantity food preparation
• Demonstrated proficiency through previous job experience and/or training in related performance
• Must be certified in CPR and First Aid
• Hold or obtain a Food Handlers Permit
• Must be capable of making mature judgments, be dependable, and possess knowledge of safe sanitation practices, safety practices and special diets
• Must have ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted
• Ability to work on your feet for eight hours a day, five days a week
• Must be capable of meeting all requirements that are specified by the state or other regulatory agencies

Why work with us?

Our employees are more than just coworkers – they are family – just like our patients! Working at Patriots Glen, you will be provided ample opportunities to grow both personally and professionally. You will also be working alongside individuals who share the same passion and commitment to providing exceptional healthcare, service, and life enrichment to our patients. Our culture is one that encourages, supports, and celebrates our diversity and looks to expand and build it constantly. Join us!

About Patriots Glen

Patriots Glen offers Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite care in the Lake Hills neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. They are a close-knit community of enthusiastic residents and compassionate senior care professionals. Patriots Glen offers on-site licensed nurse care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, along with industry-leading care options, services, and amenities. For more information visit, patriotsglen.com.

About Careage

Careage is a leading provider of senior-focused construction, management, and health care services throughout the United States. They are committed to providing exceptional services to a wide variety of clients, including hospitals, medical clinics, skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation facilities, Assisted Living communities, Memory Care centers, and retirement communities. For more Careage news, go to www.careage.com