Certified Dietary Manager (Skilled Nursing Facility)

Tallis; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Height Street Skilled Care in Bakersfield, CA seeks a Certified Dietary Manager to lead the dietary department in a skilled nursing facility. You will ensure high-quality food service, regulatory compliance, and strong support for residents and staff.

Experience in food service management is essential, with leadership responsibilities across the department. Requirements include CDM, high school diploma (associate degree preferred), ServSafe certification within 30 days, and 1+ year as Dietary

Qualifications

• CDM certification required or willing to obtain
• ServSafe certification within 30 days or sooner
• 1+ year of experience as Dietary Director in a Skilled Nursing Facility
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead the dietary department in accordance with company policies and regulations
• Ensure food quality, inventory control, food safety, and strong customer service
• Maintain records of income, expenditures, supplies, personnel, and equipment; provide reports to the Administrator
• Hire, schedule, evaluate, and discipline dietary staff
• Train new employees and monitor performance; provide coverage as needed
• Serve as liaison between residents, staff, admins, and management
• Coordinate training and quality control checks using relevant documentation

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Food service management

Inventory control

Staff training

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Associate's degree in Food Service Management

High school diploma

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

Certified Dietary Manager (Skilled Nursing Facility)

Location: Bakersfield, California

Company: Height Street Skilled Care

Job Summary

Height Street Skilled Care is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Certified Dietary Manager to lead our dietary department in our skilled nursing facility. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality food service operations, regulatory compliance, and excellent support for our residents and staff. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and have a strong background in food service management, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the food service program in accordance with company policies and federal/state regulations
• Provide leadership to ensure food quality, inventory control, food safety, and strong customer service
• Maintain records of income, expenditures, supplies, personnel, and equipment; provide reports to the Administrator
• Ensure adequate supply levels and conduct periodic inventories
• Train new employees, monitor performance, and recommend disciplinary actions when needed
• Serve as the liaison between residents, staff, administrators, and management
• Communicate directives from administrators and management to dietary staff
• Perform duties of dietary aide, cook, and dishwasher when needed for training or coverage
• Conduct ongoing training, quality control checks, and in-servicing using QCIs for documentation
• Serve as a department head and maintain a professional environment
• Attend meetings and complete dietary assessments for residents
• Hire, schedule, evaluate, and discipline dietary staff

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate's degree or higher in Food Service Management, Hospitality, or related field preferred
• Specialized training in foodservice management and nutrition preferred
• Current ServSafe certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) required
• At least one year of experience as a Dietary Director in a Skilled Nursing Facility
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred

Position Type: Full-Time, Salaried

Pay Rate: $33-$35 per hour, based on years of experience