Lack of Qualified Dietary Manager
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to employ a qualified Dietary Manager, as required for the food and nutrition service. During interviews, the Director of Food Services acknowledged that all of his certifications had expired and had been expired for some time. He reported that although he had registered for a certification course, he had not yet taken the test to renew his credentials. Another staff member confirmed that efforts were underway to get the Director certified. Review of the facility's job requirements for the Food Service Director indicated that ServSafe and State Certification in Safe Food Handling and Sanitation were required, with Certified Dietary Manager status preferred. This lack of current certification in the Director of Food Services had the potential to affect all residents in the facility.