Dietary Manager

Iris Cove Health & Rehabilitation; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paperless onboarding

Health, dental, vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Referral program

Performance reviews

Well-being resources

Team-focused leadership

Job summary

Iris Cove Health & Rehabilitation in Memphis, TN is seeking a dedicated Dietary Manager to oversee the dietary department in our skilled nursing facility. You will plan, develop, and manage menus that meet residents’ nutritional needs and physician orders, while ensuring compliance with state, federal, and local regulations.

This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to manage a team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• CDM certification preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Strong knowledge of nutrition, food safety, and regulatory standards.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the dietary department.
• Plan, develop, and manage menus to meet nutritional needs and orders.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and local regulations.
• Supervise, train, and schedule dietary staff.
• Monitor food preparation, portion control, and meal service.
• Maintain sanitation, safety, and infection control standards.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and food cost controls.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to support resident care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Nutrition knowledge

Menu planning

Staff scheduling

Sanitation

Infection control

Education

CDM certification

ServSafe certification

Job description

Dietary Manager

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Dietary Manager to join our skilled nursing facility. This role is essential in ensuring our residents receive nutritious, high-quality meals while maintaining compliance with all dietary regulations and standards.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay


• Paperless, quick onboarding


• Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement plan)


• Paid time off, holiday pay


• Generous employee referral program


• Annual performance reviews and competitive bi-annual pay reviews


• Support for personal well-being (EAP programs, mental health resources)


• Respectful, supportive leadership and strong focus on teamwork

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of the dietary department


• Plan, develop, and manage menus that meet residents’ nutritional needs and physician orders


• Ensure compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations


• Supervise, train, and schedule dietary staff


• Monitor food preparation, portion control, and meal service


• Maintain proper sanitation, safety, and infection control standards


• Manage inventory, ordering, and food cost controls


• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support resident care

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in dietary services, preferably in long-term care or healthcare


• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)


• Strong knowledge of nutrition, food safety, and regulatory standards


• Excellent leadership and communication skills


• Ability to manage a team in a fast-paced environment


• ServSafe certification preferred