Main purpose of the job:

The incumbent will be responsible to manage dietetic food services within the hospital kitchen in conjunction with the Manager, as well as manage all Health and Safety Audits.

 Desirable education and experience:

• Tertiary qualification in Dietetics
• At least 1 year of relevant experience; post-community service dieticians are welcome to apply
• Interest in food service is essential
• Experience in hygiene control
• Experience in menu analysis
• Experience in therapeutic diets
• Hospital experience advantageous
• Computer literate (MS Office)

Knowledge, skills and competencies:

• Good knowledge of catering practices within a hospital environment
• Excellent communication skills at all levels
• Good presentation skills
• Problem solving
• Multi-lingual, advantageous
• Ability to conduct on the job training with staff
• Professionalism
• Reliable, dependable
• Creative Flair
• Excellent customer services skills

Key areas of responsibilities:

• Monitor and manage hygiene control, menu analysis and therapeutic diets
• Conduct ward rounds and audits
• Education of patients
• Advise Catering Team on nutritional principles
• Advise team with regards menu planning
• Advise team with regards dietary plans and diet modifications
• Advise team with regards food selection, food preparation and food quality
• Consult with Clinical Dieticians and Medical team to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of patients
• Ensure dietary norms are met

Empact Group is committed to Employment Equity in line with legislation and will give first preference to candidates as per Equity requirements.

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