Dietary Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k match

PTO

EAP

Job summary

Healthcare Center is seeking a Dietary Manager to oversee nutrition services, food quality, and regulatory compliance. You will lead daily kitchen operations, supervise dietary staff, and ensure residents receive safe, nutritious meals while supporting a positive dining experience.

Responsibilities include menu planning, inventory management, and collaboration with nursing to address resident dietary needs. The role requires strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• CDM preferred or equivalent credential.
• Experience leading dietary services in healthcare settings.
• Knowledge of nutrition, sanitation, and infection control standards.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily dietary services and kitchen operations.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served safely per nutrition and sanitation standards.
• Manage menus, meal planning, inventory, purchasing, and food orders.
• Supervise, schedule, train and support dietary staff.
• Monitor food quality, meal service, and resident satisfaction.
• Coordinate with nursing and other departments to meet resident dietary needs.
• Maintain dietary records and documentation.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, and proper food storage.

Skills

Supervising staff

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

CDM certification preferred

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.