Dietary Supervisor

Position Title:      DIETARY SUPERVISOR                 Department:   FOOD & BEVERAGE 

Exempt Status:    Full- Time NON-EXEMPT            Reports To:  DIETITIAN 

Join a team that’s redefining senior living at Trillium Woods in Plymouth, MN. Set on 46 beautiful acres, our Life Plan Community offers a supportive, team-oriented environment where your work truly makes a difference. We’re proud to provide exceptional care and services to our residents. At Trillium Woods, you’ll find purpose, professional development, and a workplace culture that values you!  

We are seeking an additional full-time Dietary Supervisor to join our team. This position is scheduled from 1:30 PM – 7:30 PM, with every other weekend rotation from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

What We Offer:  

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 

• Life insurance 

• AD&D insurance  

• Long-term disability insurance 

• 401(k) with company match  

• Generous PTO and paid holidays 

• Employee assistance program 

• Daily Pay – Work today, get paid today 

• An exceptional work environment that is both engaging and fun 

GENERAL SUMMARY: 

The Dietary Supervisor is responsible for ensuring the preparation of all food items as per standardized recipes and special diet orders. Assists the  Dietitian with the food service program and provides the level of supervision necessary to ensure that courteous and efficient service is delivered as well as high quality and nutritious foods.  

PRINCIPLE DUTIES: 

• Collaborate with the other Dietary Supervisor to develop a well-rounded, cross-functional team by supporting training, maintaining consistent standards, and ensuring balanced coverage across all dietary operations.
• Assists in the planning, scheduling and supervision of dietary staff.  

• Determines amount and type of food and supplies required for daily menus, placing food orders and seeing that supplies are obtained from storage areas in adequate time for meal production.  

• Assists with serving meals. 

• Assists in assuring staff education is provided to dietary staff and culinary team in accordance with the staff education plan plus provides on the job training for  dietary staff.  

• Assists in developing work assignments for all dietary staff assigning specific jobs and spot checking work to ensure standards are met.  

• Transports inventory to and from the dietary kitchens when required. 

• Contacts the dietitian if unplanned or special therapeutic diets are ordered.  

• Assures that meal tallies are accurate on a daily basis.  

• Communicates effectively with Supervisors and other associates. 

• Assumes Dietary Aide duties during staff absences, including meal preparation, service, and cleanup, to maintain uninterrupted dietary services for residents. 

• Participates in assigned meetings and in services.  

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. 

Experience: Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in food service operations within a health care setting. 

Certifications: Certified in food safety and sanitation (e.g., ServSafe or equivalent). Within 6 months of hire.  

Preferred: Experience in a long-term care environment is highly desirable. Previous supervisory experience.  

Starting Rate of Pay:  $24/hr, DOQ

Skills: 

Strong communication skills with the ability to empathize and work effectively with residents, families, staff, and visitors. 

Ability to interpret and explain menus, respond to dietary-related questions, and coordinate meal services in alignment with nutritional standards and resident preferences.