Dietary Manager

Community Eldercare Services, LLC; Laurel (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Eldercare Services, LLC is seeking a Dietary Manager to lead the Dietary Department, ensuring nutritious meals in a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for residents.

You will supervise and develop the dietary team, coordinate meal service, and work with clinical staff to align menus with nutritional standards. A strong focus on quality, safety, and resident satisfaction is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 3-7 years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask and effectively manage competing priorities.
• Ability to meet applicable local health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the Dietary Department daily operations.
• Interview, hire, train, schedule, and evaluate dietary staff.
• Plan and direct departmental work with teamwork and accountability.
• Coordinate food ordering, preparation, delivery, and cleanup.
• Ensure food storage, preparation, and service meet standards and regulations.
• Monitor sanitation, food safety, equipment safety, and employee safety practices.
• Review resident diet information and address dietary requests and changes.
• Collaborate with nursing and other professional staff on Care Plans.
• Partner with the Dietary Consultant to ensure menus meet nutritional standards.
• Inspect food, prep areas, and storage areas for quality and compliance.
• Monitor food for taste, smell, appearance, and adherence to recipes.
• Address resident concerns and resolve issues promptly.
• Attend meetings with staff, administration, and regulatory personnel as needed.
• Maintain accurate records, calculate operating costs, and prepare reports for management.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, teamwork, and excellent customer service.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Health regulations

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Description

Lead a Team That Makes a Difference Every Day

Are you a food service professional who enjoys leading a team and creating a positive dining experience for others? We are looking for a Dietary Manager to oversee the daily operations of our Dietary Department and help ensure our residents receive nutritious, high-quality meals in a safe, clean, and welcoming environment.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, coordinate meal service, work closely with clinical staff, and make a meaningful impact on the daily experience of our residents.

What You'll Do

As the Dietary Manager, you will oversee all aspects of food service operations, including:

• Lead, supervise, and support Dietary Department employees in their daily responsibilities.
• Interview, hire, train, schedule, and evaluate dietary team members.
• Plan and direct departmental work while promoting teamwork and accountability.
• Coordinate food ordering, preparation, delivery, and cleanup.
• Ensure food storage, preparation, and service meet established standards and regulations.
• Monitor sanitation, food safety, equipment safety, and employee safety practices.
• Review resident diet information and address dietary requests, changes, and inconsistencies.
• Participate in resident Care Plan development and collaborate with nursing and other professional staff.
• Partner with the Dietary Consultant to ensure menus and department practices meet nutritional standards and regulatory requirements.
• Inspect food, preparation areas, and storage areas to ensure quality and compliance.
• Monitor food for proper taste, smell, appearance, and adherence to recipes.
• Address resident concerns and resolve food service issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Attend meetings with employees, administration, and regulatory personnel as needed.
• Maintain accurate records, calculate operating costs, and prepare reports for management.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, teamwork, and excellent customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5-7 years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask and effectively manage competing priorities.
• Ability to meet applicable local health regulations.

Preferred:

• Previous supervisory or management experience in food service.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working in a healthcare, nursing home, or senior living environment.

Why Join Us?

At CES, we believe great care goes beyond clinical services-it includes creating an environment where residents feel respected, valued, and cared for. Our Dietary Manager plays an important role in making that happen every day.

If you're an organized, people-focused leader who takes pride in quality food service and enjoys making a difference, we’d love to hear from you!