IVH-C DIETARY MANAGER I
Chicago, IL, US, 60634
Job Requisition ID: 42961
Closing Date/Time: 12/17/2024
Agency: Department of Veterans' Affairs
Class Title: DIETARY MANAGER I - 12501
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: $5,179 - $7,341/Monthly; CBA language applies; Anticipated starting salary $5,179/monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 2
Plan/BU: RC062
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Posting Identification Number 42961
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Essential Functions
- Serves as manager of the homes Dietary Department.
- Serves as working supervisor.
- Plans and conducts all dietetic education and training programs to teach nutrition principles to dietary and nursing personnel.
- Plans and directs all phases of a comprehensive food service program, including food preparation, serving/portion control, nourishments, and special functions.
- Ensures that all applicable state and federal regulations and standards pertaining to the Dietary Department are met or exceeded.
- Oversees the preparation of all Central Management surveys and documents for procurement of food, beverages, supplies, equipment, and other departmental needs.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of four (4) years of college with courses in dietetics.
- Requires one (1) year of professional experience in a large-scale food service program.
- Requires that the candidate should be a dietitian; OR Is a graduate of a dietetic technician or dietetic assistant training program, corresponding or classroom, approved by the American Dietetic Association; or is a graduate, prior to July 1, 1990, of a Department-approved course that provided 90 or more hours of classroom instruction in food service supervision and has had experience as a supervisor in a health care institution which included consultation from a dietitian; or has successfully completed a Dietary Managers Association approved dietary managers course; or is certified as a dietary manager by the Dietary Managers Association; or has training and experience in food service supervision and management in a military service equivalent in content to the programs above.
Qualifying state employees in the employee Upward Mobility Program, may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated requirements for this class.
Preferred Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge of the Department of Public Health food service standards and regulations concerning the sanitary preparation, serving and storage of food in relation to large scale food service.
- One (1) year of food service management experience with emphasis on food costs, ordering procedures, and fiscal accounting methods.
- One (1) year of experience supervising subordinates in planning preparing and serving general and special diets and performing all other food preparation requirements.
- Three (3) years experience exercising judgement and discretion in developing, implementing, and interpreting departmental policies and procedures.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires ability to pass a background check.
- Requires ability to pass a drug screen and pre-employment physical.
- Requires ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.
- Requires ability acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
- Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
- Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
- This position is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Overtime is a condition or employment, and you may be required to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: (1) 6a-2p EOW and (1) 11a-7p EOW
Work Location: Chicago - 4250 N Oak Park Ave
Agency Contact: Alexandria.M.Puccetti@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support
This title is within the Upward Mobility Program. General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Title Descriptions. There are three categories of UMP titles: 1) certificate titles which require passing a written proficiency exam; 2) credential titles which require the possession of a specified college degree and/or licensure; and 3) dual titles for which a certificate may be earned by following either the certificate or credential pathway.
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
- donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
- systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
- Alexandria.M.Puccetti@illinois.gov
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is a state agency designed to empower veterans and their families to thrive. We do this by assisting them in navigating the system of federal, state, and local resources and benefits, providing long-term health care for eligible veterans in our Veterans’ Homes and partnering with other agencies and non-profits to help veterans address education, mental health, housing, employment, and other challenges. A career with the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs provides a rewarding and challenging opportunity for individuals. Working together, we create partnerships and experiences that engage and inspire our fellow co-workers and the veterans and their family members that we serve every day.
Nearest Major Market: Chicago