Job description

Character of Position:

Under the guidance of the Director of Dining Service, the Assistant Director is responsible for assisting overall service and assisting all preparation aspects of the dining service operation, as directed. Responsible for maintaining high standards in service, food preparation, resident relations, costs, personnel, safety, sanitation, training and special functions. Utilizes the principles of The Morrison Way in the execution of the job description. Assists in the maintenance of sound inter-departmental relations and the integration of the dining service department with the community plan of operations. Manages employees within the framework of teamship and empowerment.

Know How:

Possesses a comprehensive knowledge of serving techniques, resident relations, sanitary and safe food handling and preparation procedures, merchandising and plate presentation, personnel administration and supervision, and special functions. The Assistant Director will be a Certified Dietary Manager or its equivalent. If the employee is not a CDM upon hire, he/she will immediately enroll in an approved program. It is expected that the employee will complete the program within two years. Has knowledge of special diets and all applicable local, state and federal regulations. If not already ServSafeâ certified, it is expected that the Assistant Director of Dining Service become certified within one year from acceptance of this position.

Problem Solving:

Copes with most problems - confers with the Director of Dining Service on unusual problems.

Accountabilities:

1) Embraces The Morrison Way, as well as the philosophy of the community and utilizes these as the foundation for the operation of the department. The Assistant Director understands the purpose of these principles and uses them as a guide in his or her daily performance.

2) Utilizes approved Morrison Dining policies and procedures, as they apply to the assigned community, in the operation of the department.

3) Directly supervises all personnel, as Team Leader.

4) Assists with schedules of personnel and calculates payroll.

5) Assists management team in hiring, orienting, training, evaluating and counseling of all personnel.

6) May assist in the predicting, planning, monitoring, evaluation of cost programs, daily purchasing and maintenance of food preparation system, order book, recipe file, inventory, and storerooms, as assigned. Conducts production meetings. Participates in menu writing.

7) Implements programs and special projects planned to provide quality food and service to residents, guests and staff.

7) Conducts and documents daily and weekly meetings with staff.

8) Schedules, conducts and monitors all required in-services.

10) Conducts Line Tastiings before every meal to ensure that departmental standards are upheld.

11) Works on special projects, as assigned.

12) Circulates in dining area and on nursing floors during meal periods to field resident/guest comments pertaining to service and food quality.

13) Maintains good relations with residents and close working relationships with other dining service staff, other departments and suppliers.

14) Serves on committees or in professional organizations, as required.

15) Maintains security of all client and Morrison Dining property.

16) Does not divulge Morrison Dining policies, procedures and systems to unauthorized individuals.

17) Performs any other duties, as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age and capable of lifting 35 pounds or more. Capable of sitting for extended periods of time, as well as standing and maneuvering independently and safely around kitchen, office, and storage areas. Capable of standing on concrete flooring for extended periods of time. Ability to see and hear, or to use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that position requirements can be fully met. Sufficient manual dexterity to operate a fire extinguisher, manipulate kitchen equipment and operate all office equipment. Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents.

Personal Requirements:

Ability to read, write, speak clearly and understand English. Possess good communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to use business math concepts. Ability to get along well with others, to demonstrate flexibility and patience, to work as a member of a team, and to demonstrate a high level of sensitivity and interest in people, particularly older adults. Must be of good general health and demonstrate emotional stability. Must be able to cope with the emotional and physical stress of the position.

Working Conditions:

Works in Dining Service department, as well as throughout the community. Sits, stands, bends, lifts and moves intermittently during working hours. Adheres to a smoke free working environment in Dining Service department. Subject to on-call hours in the event of emergency, weather or otherwise. Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays and in other positions temporarily, when necessary. Subject to frequent interruptions. Is subject to falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc. throughout the workday. Is involved with personnel under all conditions/circumstances. Performance of position will involve exposure to commercial cleaning products.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

JOB CARD

DAILY

· Meet with Director

· Completes tour of operation

· Greets employees

· P.M. Team Leader responsibilities - temperature checks, food tasting and food quality assessment

· Review Manager's Log

· Observe service in all areas

· Observe trayline

· Resident contact

· Distribute menus

· Communicate with entries in Manager's Log

· Check condition of all stored food and non-food items

· Food and supply orders/inventory food and preparation worksheet data

· Check deliveries and inventories

· Observe food preparation and sanitation in all areas

· Attend food production meetings

WEEKLY

· Attend or hold management meetings

· Work P.M. Team Leader shift

· Maintains and reviews food preparation system and order book

· Attend Resident Plan of Care Meeting if Director or Nutrition Care Manager is unable

· Special projects, as assigned

· Calculate payroll

MONTHLY

· Maintain recipe file

· In-service training

· Helps complete food and supply inventories

· Completes sanitation inspection with Director

· Coordinate/implement special events

· Staff schedules

· Keep staff attendance records

· Review and participate in plate waste studies

QUARTERLY

· Complete sanitation inspection

· Participate in management training activities

SEMI-ANNUALLY

· "State of the Department" report

ANNUALLY

· Evaluates personnel with Director

· Input on budget formation

· Year-end "State of the Department" report

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Shift:

• 10 hour shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New Orleans, LA 70121: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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