CDM & Dining Operations Lead – Senior Living

Aramark Correctional Services; Longwood (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark SeniorLife+ is redefining dining in senior living and seeking a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) to lead teams, uphold high resident dining standards, and drive regulatory compliance in a healthcare setting.

As the CDM, you will oversee daily dining operations, coach staff, manage safety and sanitation, control costs, and partner with the Food Service Director to deliver exceptional resident experiences.

Qualifications

• CDM credential required.
• At least 1 year of leadership experience in food service, healthcare, senior living, long-term care, rehabilitation, or hospitality.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop culinary and dining team members.
• Foster a positive culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and resident satisfaction.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served safely while maintaining the highest quality standards.
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, local, and company food safety regulations.
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, training, and performance management.
• Monitor food, labor, and inventory costs while supporting financial goals.
• Partner with community leadership to continuously improve the resident dining experience.
• Maintain sanitation standards and ensure survey readiness.
• Support operational excellence through inventory management, purchasing, and quality assurance.
• Help create a welcoming dining environment where residents genuinely enjoy every meal.

Skills

CDM Credential

Leadership Experience

Food Safety Knowledge

Regulatory Compliance

Team Coaching

Communication Skills

Job description

Aramark SeniorLife+ is redefining dining in senior living and seeking a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) to lead teams, uphold high resident dining standards, and drive regulatory compliance in a healthcare setting.

As the CDM, you will oversee daily dining operations, coach staff, manage safety and sanitation, control costs, and partner with the Food Service Director to deliver exceptional resident experiences.