Position Details

• Status: Full-Time

Join our mission 

to provide compassionate, professional, and caring service in order to enhance the quality of life for residents, clients, and co-workers.  

Step into the legacy of Homewood at Frederick
a cherished part of Homewood Retirement Centers. We are a beacon of support and vitality, evolving from the historic Francis Scott Key Hotel to our modern-day community. At Homewood, our mission is to infuse the lives of our residents and clients with compassion, professionalism, and care. We offer a vibrant culture where teamwork is the heartbeat, innovative solutions flourish, and job satisfaction knows no bounds. Here, relationships are forged for life, and longevity is celebrated. Join us in the joy of making a profound difference in the lives of others, all while embracing a strong sense of community and a supportive work environment!

What’s in it for you?
As a valued member of our team, you’ll enjoy these exceptional benefits & perks: 

• Paid time off, with an opportunity to cash out each year
• Assistance for new LPNs/RNs – we pay up to 50% of your student loans
• Christmas bonus totaling 1% of your annual earnings
• Shift and weekend differentials

But that’s not all! Our comprehensive benefits package also includes:

• Referral bonus of up to $600
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Retirement contributions
• Professional licensure reimbursement

Job Summary:

Assists in the operation of the Dietary Department in a specific area or for the overall department.

Essential Functions:

1. Treats all information about residents, their condition, and family as well as personnel matters as confidential information.
2. Complies with established Corporate and Departmental policies and procedures, and maintains established standards and practices.
3. Assists in writing cycle menus, diet modifications, dietary assessments and care plans.
4. Assists in administrative functions of the department.
5. Assists in supervising and the orientation of co-workers.
6. Assists in planning and set-up of special functions.
7. Assists in ordering, receiving and inventory control of supplies and equipment.
8. Maintains compliance with all federal, state and local regulations governing the handling and storage of food, food supplies, equipment and work environment.
9. Performs other functions as directed by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

1. High school or equivalent graduate with a completion of a dietary program such as certified dietary manager or culinary arts program.
2. Ability to relate and communicate with co-workers, residents and general public in a friendly and professional manner.
3. Displays initiative and motivation.
4. Standing and walking short distances intermittently during an eight hour shift.
5. Must be able to lift and transfer 30 pounds.
6. Computer and clerical skills preferred.
7. Supervisory experience and organizational skills required.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to constantly work on their feet during an 8 hour shift; bend, stoop, twist, and turn constantly throughout the shift in performing regular duties. Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds frequently throughout the shift. Ability to do repeated pushing of food tray carts.