Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)

The-Palms-At-Sebring; Sebring (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Palms at Sebring in Sebring, FL is seeking an experienced Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) to oversee the daily operations of our dietary department across skilled nursing and assisted living.

The ideal candidate will lead a hands-on team, ensure menus meet therapeutic diets and resident needs, maintain regulatory compliance, manage budgets and inventory, and drive quality service in a fast-paced kitchen.

Qualifications

• CDM credential required; CFPP preferred.
• Experience in Skilled Nursing Facility, Assisted Living Facility, or long-term care strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare dietary regulations, therapeutic diets, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Experience with staff scheduling, inventory management, food purchasing, and budget control.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage a fast-paced kitchen serving a large resident population.
• Must be dependable, detail-oriented, and capable of holding staff accountable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily dietary operations for both Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living
• Supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate cooks and dietary aides
• Develop and maintain staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage for all meals and shifts
• Ensure meals are prepared and served according to resident dietary restrictions, physician orders, and nutritional requirements
• Maintain compliance with AHCA, CMS, Florida regulations, and applicable food safety and sanitation standards
• Conduct routine kitchen inspections to ensure cleanliness, proper food storage, temperature monitoring, and infection control
• Manage food ordering, inventory, production records, and departmental budgets while minimizing waste
• Collaborate with the Registered Dietitian, Nursing Department, and interdisciplinary team to address residents' nutritional needs
• Ensure therapeutic diets, food allergies, modified textures, and special meal accommodations are accurately followed
• Monitor food quality, presentation, portion sizes, and timely meal service
• Provide ongoing staff education, competency evaluations, and corrective action when necessary
• Maintain survey readiness, including accurate dietary documentation and compliance with regulatory requirements
• Address resident concerns, dietary preferences, and opportunities for improvement

Skills

Leadership

Staff scheduling

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) credential

CFPP certification preferred

Job description

Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) - The Palms at Sebring

Job Location: Sebring, Florida

Job Type: Full-Time

The Palms at Sebring | Sebring, FL

We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and highly organized Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) to oversee the daily operations of our Dietary Department, serving both our Skilled Nursing Facility and Assisted Living Facility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily dietary operations for both Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living
• Supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate cooks and dietary aides
• Develop and maintain staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage for all meals and shifts
• Ensure meals are prepared and served according to resident dietary restrictions, physician orders, and nutritional requirements
• Maintain compliance with AHCA, CMS, Florida regulations, and applicable food safety and sanitation standards
• Conduct routine kitchen inspections to ensure cleanliness, proper food storage, temperature monitoring, and infection control
• Manage food ordering, inventory, production records, and departmental budgets while minimizing waste
• Collaborate with the Registered Dietitian, Nursing Department, and interdisciplinary team to address residents' nutritional needs
• Ensure therapeutic diets, food allergies, modified textures, and special meal accommodations are accurately followed
• Monitor food quality, presentation, portion sizes, and timely meal service
• Provide ongoing staff education, competency evaluations, and corrective action when necessary
• Maintain survey readiness, including accurate dietary documentation and compliance with regulatory requirements
• Address resident concerns, dietary preferences, and opportunities for improvement

Qualifications:

• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) credential required; , CFPP certification strongly preferred
• Previous dietary management experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility, Assisted Living Facility, or long-term care setting strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of healthcare dietary regulations, therapeutic diets, food safety, and sanitation standards
• Experience with staff scheduling, inventory management, food purchasing, and budget control
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage a fast-paced kitchen serving a large resident population
• Must be dependable, detail-oriented, and capable of holding staff accountable

What We're Looking For:

We need a hands-on leader, not just someone to manage from an office. The ideal candidate will take ownership of the department, lead by example, maintain high standards, and ensure the dietary team operates efficiently.