Dietary Manager

CareCore Health LLC; Chillicothe (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k)

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive leadership team

Job summary

CareCore at Westmoreland seeks an experienced Dietary Manager to lead our dietary department, ensuring residents receive nutritious meals in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment that supports their well-being and enjoyment. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with proven healthcare food-service supervision and regulatory compliance.

ServSafe is required; CDM certification is a plus. This full-time salaried role includes health, dental, vision, PTO, holidays, a 401(k), and opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing dietary operations in healthcare or long-term care.
• Leadership and staff supervision experience.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and food safety standards.
• CDM certification or willingness to obtain is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the dietary department
• Supervise, schedule, train, and support dietary staff
• Manage food and supply ordering, inventory, and department costs
• Work closely with the Dietitian and nursing team to meet resident dietary needs
• Ensure meals are prepared and served according to prescribed diets and resident preferences
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety standards
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations
• Maintain survey readiness and required dietary documentation
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and developing dietary team members
• Promote a positive dining experience for residents

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Organization

Food safety knowledge

Education

ServSafe Certification

Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification

Job description

CareCore at Westmoreland is seeking an experienced Dietary Manager to lead our dietary department and ensure our residents receive high-quality, nutritious meals in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with experience managing food service operations, supervising staff, and maintaining compliance within a healthcare or long-term care setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the dietary department
• Supervise, schedule, train, and support dietary staff
• Manage food and supply ordering, inventory, and department costs
• Work closely with the Dietitian and nursing team to meet resident dietary needs
• Ensure meals are prepared and served according to prescribed diets and resident preferences
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety standards
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations
• Maintain survey readiness and required dietary documentation
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and developing dietary team members
• Promote a positive dining experience for residents

Requirements

• ServSafe certification required
• Previous dietary or food service management experience required
• Long-term care, skilled nursing, or healthcare experience strongly preferred
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification is a plus
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, therapeutic diets, and regulatory requirements
• Ability to lead a team while remaining hands-on with daily department operations

Benefits

• Full Time, Salaried Position
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k)
• Supportive leadership team
• Opportunities for professional growth