Dietary Manager

Georgia Skilled Nursing Facility; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Continuing education support

Job summary

Georgia Skilled Nursing Facility is seeking a licensed Dietary Manager to lead the dietary department full-time. You will oversee nutritional care planning, meal production, regulatory compliance, and staff management to support resident health and dignity.

Responsibilities include creating individual care plans, performing MDS documentation, and ensuring CMS/F-Tag compliance. Strong leadership and proficiency with dietary software are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Dietary Manager in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.
• Knowledge of CMS regulations and Georgia state survey process for dietary services.
• Experience with MDS documentation and care plan development preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with dietary software and electronic health records (EHR) systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor resident care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Conduct nutritional assessments and MDS documentation in CMS-compliant manner.
• Oversee therapeutic diet orders, texture modifications, and oral supplements.
• Lead care plan meetings and relay dietary needs to nursing, therapy, and social services.

Skills

Dietary management

CMS regulations

Leadership

Staff training

EHR systems

MDS documentation

Food safety

Budgeting

Tools

Dietary software

CMS survey tools

Job description

Georgia Skilled Nursing Facility -

Position Summary

We are seeking a licensed, experienced Dietary Manager to join our skilled nursing facility team on a full-time basis. The Dietary Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the dietary department, including nutritional care planning, meal production, regulatory compliance, and staff management. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the health, dignity, and satisfaction of our residents through high-quality nutritional services.

Licensure & Credentials (Required)

• Active Certified Dietary Manager (CDM, CFPP) credential issued by the Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals (ANFP), OR
• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) licensed in the State of Georgia
• Must meet Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH) requirements for dietary services in long-term care facilities
• Current ServSafe Food Manager Certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire)
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred

Key Responsibilities

Nutritional Care

• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized resident care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
• Conduct nutritional assessments and MDS (Minimum Data Set) documentation in compliance with CMS requirements
• Manage therapeutic diet orders, texture modifications, and oral supplement programs
• Participate in Care Plan meetings and communicate dietary needs to nursing, therapy, and social services staff

Operations & Food Service

• Oversee daily food production, meal service, and tray delivery to ensure accuracy and resident satisfaction
• Manage department scheduling, staffing levels, and performance of dietary aides and cooks
• Maintain food cost controls, inventory management, and ordering within established budget parameters
• Ensure compliance with standardized recipes, portion control, and proper food temperatures

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with CMS F-Tag requirements (including F800-F812 and related infection control standards)
• Maintain department readiness for state surveys and unannounced inspections by the Georgia DCH
• Address and document any deficiencies identified during internal audits or state surveys in a timely manner
• Maintain HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) protocols and food safety standards at all times

Leadership & Administration

• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate dietary department staff
• Conduct departmental in-services and ongoing staff education on food safety, diet modifications, and resident dignity
• Maintain accurate records including diet sheets, temperature logs, and resident preference documentation
• Collaborate with the Administrator and Director of Nursing on departmental goals and quality improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Dietary Manager in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting (required)
• Demonstrated knowledge of CMS regulations and Georgia state survey process for dietary services
• Experience with MDS documentation and care plan development preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with dietary software and electronic health records (EHR) systems preferred
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 35 lbs as required by the role

Employment Details

• Status: Full-Time
• Location: Georgia Skilled Nursing Facility
• Schedule: Monday-Friday (flexibility for weekend coverage as needed)
• Reports To: Administrator / Director of Nursing
• Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with licensure and experience
• Benefits: Health, dental, vision, PTO, and continuing education support