Dietary Manager

Aspire Senior Living Platte City; Platte City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Senior Living Platte City is actively seeking a Dietary Manager to lead the dietary department. You will supervise cooks and aides, coordinate meal service, and ensure compliance with food safety and resident nutrition plans.

In this role you will partner with the Registered Dietitian and interdisciplinary teams to meet residents’ dietary needs and regulatory requirements while maintaining quality dining experiences with hospitality and respect.

Qualifications

• CDM certification or equivalent credential required.
• Leadership or supervisory experience in healthcare settings preferred.
• Knowledge of food service regulations, sanitation, and nutrition principles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a team and budgets, maintain schedule and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, train, and support Dietary staff.
• Coordinate daily meal preparation, service, portion control, and cleanup.
• Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor food temperatures, storage, and infection-prevention practices.
• Maintain inventory and coordinate ordering with vendors.
• Assist with budget tracking and cost-control initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Nutrition knowledge

Budget management

Education

CDM certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Dietary management systems

Job description

Dietary Manager | Full-Time

Aspire Senior Living Platte City

Our Company

At Aspire Senior Living, our mission is to transform lives through Accountability, Service, Purpose, Integrity, Responsibility, and Excellence. With an unwavering commitment to our residents and an employee-focused approach, we empower our team to provide exceptional care and support every day.

Position Overview

Aspire Senior Living Platte City is seeking a Dietary Manager to lead our dietary department.

The Dietary Manager position supervises dietary staff, coordinates meal service, maintains food safety and sanitation standards, manages inventory, and ensures compliance with resident dietary needs and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, train, and support Dietary Cooks, Dietary Aides, and other dietary team members.

• Coordinate daily meal preparation, service, portion control, and cleanup.

• Partner with the Registered Dietitian and interdisciplinary team to meet residents' nutritional needs, preferences, therapeutic diets, and physician orders.

• Ensure meals are prepared and served accurately, safely, and on schedule.

• Monitor food temperatures, storage, sanitation, and infection-prevention practices.

• Maintain appropriate food and supply inventory and coordinate ordering with approved vendors.

• Monitor department expenses and assist with maintaining budget expectations.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local food service and sanitation regulations.

• Conduct routine dietary department inspections and address identified concerns.

• Assist with regulatory surveys, audits, and quality-improvement initiatives.

• Respond promptly and professionally to resident and family dining concerns or requests.

• Promote a positive, resident-centered dining experience focused on hospitality, dignity, and respect.

• Provide ongoing education and training to dietary staff regarding food safety, sanitation, nutrition, and customer service.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification or equivalent credential required.

• Previous dietary leadership or supervisory experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, senior living, or another healthcare setting preferred.

• Knowledge of food service regulations, sanitation standards, therapeutic diets, and basic nutrition principles.

• Strong leadership, organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to effectively supervise and develop a dietary team.

• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and dietary management systems.

• Commitment to resident-centered service, professionalism, and quality.