Dietary Manager

Cor Healthcare Partners; Marion (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Cor Healthcare Partners is seeking a Dietary Manager to oversee nutrition services, food quality, and regulatory compliance at our facility in Marion, IA. You will lead daily kitchen operations and support a positive dining experience for residents.

Responsibilities include supervising dietary staff, managing menus and inventory, ensuring safe meal service, and coordinating with nursing to meet resident dietary needs. CDM preferred and healthcare leadership experience are valued.

Qualifications

• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) preferred.
• Previous dietary management or food service leadership experience preferred.
• Experience in a skilled nursing or healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge of nutrition, food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily dietary services and kitchen operations as the Dietary Manager.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served safely and in accordance with nutrition, sanitation, infection control, and food safety standards.
• Manage menus, meal planning, inventory, purchasing, and food ordering.
• Supervise, schedule, train, and support dietary staff.
• Monitor food quality, meal service, and resident satisfaction.
• Coordinate with nursing and other departments to support resident dietary needs.
• Maintain accurate dietary records and documentation.
• Monitor kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, equipment, and food storage practices.
• Ensure compliance with applicable state, federal, and facility regulations.
• Prepare for surveys, audits, and inspections and address any identified concerns.
• Support quality improvement initiatives related to nutrition and dining services.

Skills

CDM

Dietary leadership

Healthcare experience

Job description

We are actively hiring a Dietary Manager to oversee nutrition services, food quality, and regulatory compliance. The Dietary Manager ensures residents receive safe, nutritious meals while leading daily kitchen operations and supporting a positive dining experience. In this role, you will supervise dietary staff, manage food service operations, and ensure compliance with applicable food service and healthcare regulations.

What We Offer

Compensation:

$60 000 - $65 000 per year

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Schedule and Employment Type

• Full-Time Days (7AM - 3:30PM)

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily dietary services and kitchen operations as the Dietary Manager
• Ensure meals are prepared and served safely and in accordance with nutrition, sanitation, infection control, and food safety standards
• Manage menus, meal planning, inventory, purchasing, and food ordering
• Supervise, schedule, train, and support dietary staff
• Monitor food quality, meal service, and resident satisfaction
• Coordinate with nursing and other departments to support resident dietary needs
• Maintain accurate dietary records and documentation
• Monitor kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, equipment, and food storage practices
• Ensure compliance with applicable state, federal, and facility regulations
• Prepare for surveys, audits, and inspections and address any identified concerns
• Support quality improvement initiatives related to nutrition and dining services

Qualifications

• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) preferred
• Previous dietary management or food service leadership experience preferred
• Experience in a skilled nursing, long-term care, senior living, or healthcare setting preferred
• Knowledge of nutrition, food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to supervise and motivate dietary staff in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to resident-centered service

If you are an experienced dietary professional who is passionate about nutrition, food quality, and resident satisfaction, we invite you to apply for the Dietary Manager position and lead a dedicated dietary team.