CDM / Dietary Manager – Full-Time

(Concord Post Acute) Lime Ridge Healthcare, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Leadership opportunity

Professional growth

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Lime Ridge Healthcare, LLC is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) / Dietary Manager to oversee the dietary department in a long-term care setting. You will lead the dietary team, ensure meals meet dietary requirements and physician orders, and collaborate with nursing and other departments to promote resident satisfaction and quality of care.

The role includes managing budgets, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Dietary Manager/Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) program.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing dietary department preferred.
• Previous supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of PointClickCare (PCC) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, therapeutic diets, and long-term care dietary practices.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Must maintain all required continuing education and applicable credentials/licensure.
• Must remain in good standing with the applicable Department of Public Health License and Certification Division.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and participate in the preparation and service of safe, nutritious, and appetizing meals.
• Ensure meals meet prescribed dietary requirements, physician orders, and approved menus.
• Maintain food quality, portion control, and proper meal presentation.
• Manage the dietary department budget, control costs, and order food and supplies as needed.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate dietary staff.
• Prepare staff schedules and ensure adequate coverage for all shifts.
• Coordinate dietary services with nursing, activities, and other departments.
• Participate in Quality Assurance (QA) and Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings.
• Provide in-service education and ongoing training for dietary staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Team coordination

Education

CDM program graduate

Tools

PointClickCare (PCC)

Job description

CDM / Dietary Manager – Full-Time

Compensation: $65,000 – $70,000 per year, depending on experience (DOE)

Schedule: Full-Time

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package available for full-time employees

General Purpose We are seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) / Dietary Manager to oversee the daily operations of our dietary department. This position is responsible for ensuring that residents receive safe, nutritious, appetizing meals that meet their individual dietary needs, physician orders, and applicable regulatory standards. The Dietary Manager will lead and support the dietary team, oversee food preparation and service, manage department operations and expenses, and work collaboratively with nursing, activities, and other departments to promote resident satisfaction and quality of care.

Essential Duties

• Oversee and participate in the preparation and service of safe, nutritious, and appetizing meals.
• Ensure meals meet prescribed dietary requirements, physician orders, and approved menus.
• Maintain food quality, portion control, and proper meal presentation.
• Manage the dietary department budget, control costs, and order food and supplies as needed.
• Plan and assist with special meals for holidays, celebrations, and facility events.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate dietary staff.
• Address employee performance concerns and administer disciplinary action when appropriate.
• Prepare staff schedules and ensure adequate coverage for all shifts.
• Ensure proper food storage, handling, sanitation, and safety practices in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Process new diet orders and changes while maintaining accurate diet cards and resident records.
• Monitor resident food preferences, allergies, and nutritional risks.
• Complete required monthly nutritional notes and documentation.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and sanitary kitchen and food storage areas.
• Conduct routine inspections of the dietary department to ensure cleanliness, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate dietary services with nursing, activities, and other departments.
• Participate in Quality Assurance (QA) and Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings.
• Provide in-service education and ongoing training for dietary staff.
• Investigate workplace injuries and implement appropriate corrective actions or retraining.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain department security and protect the confidentiality of resident information.
• Visit residents to assess nutritional needs, discuss food preferences, explain diets, and promote resident satisfaction.
• Communicate menu changes to the Registered Dietitian and ensure appropriate documentation.
• Support a positive, respectful, and team-oriented environment within the dietary department.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Dietary Manager/Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) program meeting applicable state and federal requirements.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing dietary department preferred.
• Previous supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of PointClickCare (PCC) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, therapeutic diets, and long-term care dietary practices.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively with residents, families, staff, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Must maintain all required continuing education and applicable credentials/licensure.
• Must remain in good standing with the applicable Department of Public Health License and Certification Division.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive salary: $65,000 – $70,000 DOE
• Full-time position with benefits
• Leadership opportunity within a supportive healthcare environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on resident care and quality of life
• Collaborative, interdisciplinary work environment
• Professional growth and development opportunities

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Company Overview

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic.

Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.