Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)

Empire Care Centers.; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive, team-oriented work

Meaningful impact on resident care

Job summary

Empire Care Centers is seeking an experienced Food Service Director to lead daily dietary operations and ensure compliance with Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH) and CMS regulations. This role is responsible for managing food service operations, supervising staff, and ensuring residents receive safe, high-quality meals that meet prescribed dietary needs.

Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) credential is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold a CDM certificate or culinary degree with long-term care experience.
• ServSafe certification required (or ability to obtain within 90 days).
• Minimum 1 year of food service management in long-term care or healthcare.
• Knowledge of Georgia long-term care dietary regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct daily food service operations in compliance with Georgia DCH, CMS, and local health regulations.
• Supervise dietary aides, cooks, and staff to ensure safe, efficient, and timely meal service.
• Implement approved menus and therapeutic diets as ordered by physicians with guidance from the consulting Registered Dietitian.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, infection control, and temperature monitoring.
• Maintain documentation including food temperatures, sanitation logs, inventory, and purchasing records.
• Participate in resident care planning and interdisciplinary meetings as assigned.
• Collaborate with the consulting Registered Dietitian to ensure nutritional adequacy and survey readiness.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and resident satisfaction, addressing concerns promptly.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Independent work

Education

Certified Dietary Manager

ServSafe certification

Culinary Degree

High school diploma

Job description

Food Service Director (CDM Preferred)

Empire Care Centers - Atlanta, GA

Job Summary

Empire Care Centers is seeking an experienced Food Service Director to lead daily dietary operations and ensure compliance with Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH) and CMS regulations. This role is responsible for managing food service operations, supervising staff, and ensuring residents receive safe, high-quality meals that meet prescribed dietary needs. Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) credential is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct daily food service operations in compliance with Georgia DCH, CMS, and local health department regulations
• Supervise dietary aides, cooks, and food service staff to ensure safe, efficient, and timely meal service
• Implement approved menus and therapeutic diets as ordered by physicians and guided by the consulting Registered Dietitian
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, infection control, and temperature monitoring requirements
• Maintain accurate documentation including food temperatures, sanitation logs, inventory, and purchasing records
• Participate in resident care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings as assigned
• Collaborate with the consulting Registered Dietitian to ensure nutritional adequacy and survey readiness
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and resident satisfaction, addressing concerns promptly

Requirements

• Must hold a Certified Dietary Manager certificate or a Culinary Degree with long-term care experience.
• ServSafe® certification required (or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire)
• Minimum 1 year of food service management experience in a long-term care or healthcare setting
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Knowledge of Georgia long-term care dietary regulations
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a fast-paced department

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on resident care and satisfaction