Dietary Manager
Job Description
Step Into Leadership as an Dietary Manager!
Are you ready to take your culinary and leadership skills to the next level? We’re searching for an Dietary Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about providing high-quality nutritional services to residents each day.
What You’ll Do
Support daily food service operations to ensure smooth, efficient meal service
Lead, supervise, interview, hire, and train dietary staff to build a strong, motivated team
Assist in developing menus that meet residents’ nutritional needs and personal preferences
Provide on-the-job training and ongoing education to dietary team members
Ensure each resident receives meals that meet their nutritional requirements
Maintain accurate records of personnel, income, expenses, inventory, and supplies
Implement and maintain an ongoing quality assurance program for the department
Collaborate with the dietitian to transcribe individual dietary information accurately
Partner with administration, nursing, medical staff, residents, and families to plan food service programs that align with care goals
Coordinate food service activities with other departments, including nursing, environmental services, activities, and social services
Stay familiar with emergency procedures and assist with evacuations when needed
What You Bring
Experience working in a skilled nursing or medical facility
ServSafe and sanitation certifications
Culinary training is highly desirable
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication and leadership abilities
Who You’ll Supervise
Dietary cooks and dietary aides
Your Work Environment
Exposure to hot cooking areas and cold walk-in freezers
Working with sharp knives, hot surfaces, and wet floors
Frequently loud kitchen environment with strong food aromas
Occasional exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, and smoke
Physical Requirements
Standing, walking, sitting, climbing stairs, and reaching throughout your shift
Using hands for handling tools and equipment
Lifting or moving items up to 50 pounds
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Compliance notice (Florida): This position requires background screening through the Florida Clearinghouse. For more information, visit: info.flclearinghouse.com. This URL is provided to meet state posting requirements.
