Certified Dietary Manager

Aston Health Consulting Services; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston Health Consulting Services is seeking a Certified Dietary Manager for an on-site, full-time role at our Largo, FL location. She/he will oversee daily food service operations within a healthcare or residential care setting, ensuring meals meet nutritional standards and patient preferences while maintaining sanitation and regulatory compliance.

The manager will collaborate with dietitians, nursing staff, and administrators to support patient-centered care and continuous improvement in

Qualifications

• Foundation in Dietetics and Nutrition with ability to interpret dietary orders and support therapeutic diets.
• Experience in Food Preparation, Service operations, and quality control.
• CDM credential or eligibility; knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and infection control in healthcare settings.
• Proven leadership, communication, and team-building abilities with focus on resident satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and supervise meal production to meet nutritional standards.
• Coordinate menu development and adherence to diet orders.
• Schedule and train food service staff; manage inventory and ordering.
• Maintain cost controls and document regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with dietitians, nursing staff, and administrators to support patient-centered care.

Skills

Dietetics

Nutrition

Food Safety

Staff Leadership

Diet Orders

Regulatory Compliance

Documentation

Job description

Company Description

Aston Health Consulting Services is a healthcare consulting organization focused on improving quality of care, operational efficiency, and patient satisfaction across a variety of clinical and support service settings. The company partners with hospitals, long-term care facilities, and other health organizations to optimize dietary programs and overall wellness initiatives. Aston Health Consulting Services emphasizes evidence-based practices, regulatory compliance, and practical solutions tailored to each client’s needs. Team members collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to deliver high-impact, patient-centered results.

Role Description

The Certified Dietary Manager is a full-time, on-site role based at our Largo, FL, community and is responsible for overseeing daily food service operations within a healthcare or residential care environment. The role includes planning, organizing, and supervising meal production to meet nutritional standards, patient or resident preferences, and safety requirements. The manager coordinates menu development, ensures accurate adherence to diet orders, monitors food quality and presentation, and enforces sanitation and infection control standards. Day-to-day tasks also involve scheduling and training food service staff, managing inventory and ordering supplies, maintaining cost control, and documenting compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements. The Certified Dietary Manager collaborates closely with dietitians, nursing staff, and administrators to support patient-centered care and continuous improvement in dietary services.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Dietetics and Nutrition, with the ability to interpret dietary orders and support therapeutic diets.
• Demonstrated skills in Food Preparation and Food & Beverage handling, including safe cooking practices and quality control.
• Experience managing Food Service operations, including meal service coordination, staff supervision, and workflow optimization.
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) credential or eligibility, with knowledge of relevant regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and infection control guidelines in healthcare or long-term care settings.
• Effective leadership, communication, and team-building abilities, with a focus on customer service and resident satisfaction.
• Competence in basic computer systems and documentation tools used for menu planning, ordering, and compliance records.
• Previous experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or similar healthcare environment is preferred.