Dietary Manager

Laurelwood Community Living Center; Laurel (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

CES is seeking a Dietary Manager to oversee the daily operations of the Dietary Department and ensure residents receive nutritious, high-quality meals in a safe, clean, and welcoming environment.

Lead a dedicated team, coordinate meal service, work with clinical staff, and participate in Care Plan development to support residents' daily well-being.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Health regulations knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

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!