Wellspring Lutheran Services is a statewide nonprofit dedicated to serving seniors, families, and children throughout Michigan. We are currently seeking a Dietary Team Lead to join our team in Fairview. In this role, you will oversee and support the dietary department to ensure high-quality meal service, compliance with food safety standards, and a positive dining experience for residents.
Responsibilities
As a Dietary Team Lead with Wellspring in Fairview, you will:
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Provide leadership, training, and orientation to dietary staff.
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Offer input to the department manager for annual staff evaluations.
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Create and manage department schedules, ensuring adequate coverage during vacations, call-ins, or absences.
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Participate in the recruitment and interview process for new staff.
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Delegate daily work assignments and monitor task completion.
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Prepare workstations for tray line and ensure smooth meal service operations.
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Serve residents according to prescribed diets and personal preferences.
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Perform various kitchen duties, including meal preparation, dishwashing, serving, cleaning, and cooking as needed.
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Ensure all cleaning tasks are completed per schedule and sanitation standards.
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Place and manage weekly food orders upon supervisor approval.
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Conduct weekly inventory of food storage areas.
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Assist with administrative duties such as menu creation, snack labeling, and menu assignments.
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Maintain and update meal tickets and master menus for accurate resident meal service.
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Prepare meals according to menus and recipes while maintaining food safety and quality standards.
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Prepare therapeutic and modified-texture diets as required.
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Review menus and upcoming meal schedules to complete necessary prep work in advance.
Qualifications
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High school diploma or equivalent required.
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Previous dietary experience and Food Safety training preferred.
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Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
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Ability to work collaboratively with a team of nurses, CNAs, and senior support staff.
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Commitment to quality service and resident satisfaction.
Schedule and Compensation
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Full-time, Monday--Friday, 40 hours per week.
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Participation in an every-other-weekend on-call rotation required.
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Starting pay: $18.00/hour (based on experience).
Benefits
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Health, dental, and vision insurance
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Paid time off, paid holidays, and 403(b) retirement plan.
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DailyPay option -- access earned wages anytime.
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Employee Assistance Program (SupportLinc).
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Ongoing training, supervision, and professional development.
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Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents.
Work Location
Wellspring Lutheran Services
1390 Maple Dr.
Fairview, MI 48621
Join our team and make a difference in the lives of seniors and families in Fairview.
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED THROUGH THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2025
Apply today to begin your career with Wellspring.
