Dietary Manager

ClearSky Health; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Career advancement programs

Inclusive culture

Growth opportunities

Job summary

ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Eau Claire seeks aDietary Manager to oversee the Food Service Department, ensuring quality meals and adherence to safety standards. You will collaborate with the Dietitian and interdisciplinary team to monitor patients’ nutrition status and drive efficient operations in a hospital setting.

The role requires two years of direct dietary experience in healthcare and supervisory experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years of direct dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or related medical facility.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Current state certification in Dietary Management required in KS, TX; preferred in other states.

Responsibilities

• Support nutrition status with Dietitian and interdisciplinary team; monitor patient nutrition status.
• Develop, review, and ensure timely production and service procedures for meals.
• Plan menus and ensure compliance with policies and state/federal regulations.
• Direct Dietary Services Department operations, ensuring safety, quality, and infection prevention.
• Maintain inventory control; purchase food, supplies, and equipment as needed.
• Monitor quality, infection prevention, and safety standards; provide training as assigned.
• Support safety and risk management; respond to staffing emergencies and inclement weather.

Skills

Critical thinking

Time management

Communication

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

State certification in Dietary Management

Job description

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve.We're excited to announce the grand opening of ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Eau Claire—coming December 2026!Are you an organized and detail-oriented professional looking to make a meaningful impact? Join us at our brand-new, state-of-the-art facility, where you'll play a key role in supporting hospital operations and ensuring a seamless experience for patients and staff.We're seeking a Dietary Manager who is passionate about efficiency, communication, and organization. In this vital role, you'll be in close collaboration with the Dietitian for patent’s nutrition status, manage schedules, ensure quality and infection prevention, and much more.Here’s what we offer:Competitive payGenerous benefitsTuition reimbursement & student loan repaymentCareer advancement programsAn inclusive, supportive cultureExciting opportunities for growthThis is more than a job—it’s a chance to make a difference in your community. Apply today and be part of something extraordinary!Minimum Education & Experience:Two years’ direct dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or related medical facility required.Supervisory experience preferred.The Dietary Manager is responsible for the overall effectiveness of the Food Service Department to include planning, developing, organizing, and evaluating all aspects of food preparation and service to ensure quality food service. May provide technical guidance in food preparation and service techniques. This position must integrate company values into daily practice.Essential Functions:In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and patient’s family – and in close collaboration with Dietitian - assists in patient’s nutrition status on an ongoing basis.Participates in establishing food service production and service procedures to ensure that meals are prepared on time and served efficiently within established State Regulations. Ensures that menus are developed, served, and filled in accordance with established policies and procedures.Directs the functions of the Dietary Services Department in accordance with departmental policies, procedures and standards. Ensures compliance with state and federal guidelines.Develops and utilizes comprehensive inventory control procedures. Purchases food, supplies and equipment, etc., as required to meet the needs of the department. Ensures that a stock level of staple/non-staple food, supplies, equipment, etc. is maintained at adequate levels at all times.Performs quality and infection prevention monitoring related to patient nutrition care in accordance with Food Code Book and established critical control points.Routinely inspects the dietary area and practices for compliance with current applicable regulations and standards.May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions. Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention standards.Completes required trainings, as assigned.Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization.Minimum Job RequirementsRequired Licenses, Certifications, and/or Documentation:Current state certification in Dietary Management is required in KS, TX. Preferred in all other states.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies procedures and guidelines in assessing nutrition status based on patient ages.Demonstrates proficiency with general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.Demonstrates critical thinking skills: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete complex tasks.Ability to maintain quality, infection prevention, and safety standards.Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.Ability to work closely and professionally with others at all levels of the organization.Effective organizational and time management skills.Effective written and verbal communication skills.Physical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift:A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, often for prolonged periods of time.Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs.Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard.Close vision and the ability to adjust focus.Ability to hear overhead pages.