Certified Dietary Manager - Lead Nutrition & Kitchen Ops

Aston Group; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Great benefits package

Engaging and collaborative environment

Innovative training programs

Clear pathways for career advancement

Job summary

Aston Group in Florida is hiring a Certified Dietary Manager to lead dietary services in a healthcare setting. You will design nutritious menus, oversee procurement and storage, and drive safe, compliant kitchen operations.

This critical role focuses on personalized nutrition and exceptional care for patients and residents. Ideal candidates have a CDM, a Dietary Manager program graduate, and at least two years in healthcare foodservice management.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Dietary Manager program or related foodservice degree.
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) with active credential status.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in foodservice management, preferably healthcare.
• Familiarity with nutrition care in long-term care settings and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement nutritious menus tailored to patient needs.
• Oversee ordering, receiving, storage, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage kitchen operations, safety, sanitation, and workflow.
• Analyze food costs and adjust menus to control budgets.
• Lead and train the dietary team in best practices.
• Maintain meal counts and food cost reporting.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and staff on dietary needs.

Skills

CDM credential

Healthcare foodservice management

Leadership

Budget control

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Graduate of Dietary Manager program

Tools

Point Click Care

Job description

Aston Group in Florida is hiring a Certified Dietary Manager to lead dietary services in a healthcare setting. You will design nutritious menus, oversee procurement and storage, and drive safe, compliant kitchen operations.

This critical role focuses on personalized nutrition and exceptional care for patients and residents. Ideal candidates have a CDM, a Dietary Manager program graduate, and at least two years in healthcare foodservice management.