Dietary Manager

Americare Senior Living; Sabetha (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Americare Senior Living seeks a dedicated Dietary Manager to oversee foodservice operations at a skilled nursing facility. This role includes supervising staff, ensuring compliance with dietary regulations, and providing nutritious meals while maintaining a safe and hygienic environment. Join a company that values impactful work and offers professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Daily Access to Wages

Complimentary Meals

Tuition Assistance

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) Plan with Contributions

Qualifications

• Dietary managerial experience required.
• Experience in meal planning, budgeting, and dietary operations.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise dietary staff and oversee meal preparation.
• Ensure compliance with dietary regulations and standards.
• Maintain budgets and manage inventory for food supplies.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Meal Planning

Budgeting

Food Safety

Knowledge of HIPAA

Knowledge of OSHA Regulations

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Serve Safe Certification (or obtained shortly after employment)

Job description

Are you looking to have fun while making a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors?

Who We Are

At Americare, our RISING Team Values guide everything we do:

Respect • Integrity • Servant Heart • Inspire • Nurture • Growth

We are proud to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors, every single day. Americare communities are more than just workplaces—they are family, where excellence thrives, people are empowered, and fun is part of the culture.

We’ve been consistently certified as a Great Place to Work, ranked on Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services, and named one of the 2025 Best Senior Living providers by U.S. News & World Report.

Why Join Americare?

• Impactful Work: You can make a difference every day, receive plenty of hugs, and be the one to put a smile on the faces of our residents.
• Supportive Community: You can be part of a compassionate team that truly values teamwork and respect.
• Career Growth: Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned pro, we offer exciting opportunities for you to advance both professionally and personally.
• Fun and Engaging Environment: Work hard and have fun in an inclusive environment where you'll create lasting friendships and experience unforgettable memories.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling options that fit your life.

What we offer:

• Recognition and Appreciation: Truly feel valued with meaningful shout outs and recognition.
• Family Atmosphere: Close-knit community where everyone feels at home.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy a competitive PTO plan to recharge and relax.
• Daily Access to Wages: Flexibility to access your pay whenever you need it.
• Complimentary Meals: Delicious free meals while you work.
• Tuition Assistance: We support your educational pursuits so you can chase your career dreams!
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and long-term disability, and so much more...
• Earn More: Your hard work is rewarded with competitive pay and annual wage increases based on performance.
• 401(k) Plan: Secure your future with company contributions

Take the next step in your career at Americare Senior Living and make a difference today!

Your Role as a Dietary Manager

We are looking for a dedicated Dietary Manager to join our team and oversee foodservice operations within our skilled nursing facility. This role ensures compliance with policies and regulations while providing nutritious meals in a safe environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Supervise dietary staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with dietary regulations, company policies, and ASI standards.
• Plan and oversee meal preparation based on dietitian-approved menus.
• Maintain budgets, manage inventory, and order necessary supplies.
• Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to ensure resident-centered care.
• Uphold high sanitation and food safety standards.
• Participate in resident care planning and coordinate with Registered Dietitians.
• Provide professional communication with inspectors and regulatory agencies.

Physical Demands:

• Standing, sitting, walking, and changing positions frequently.
• Lifting or carrying up to 25 lbs.; pushing and pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to reach, balance, kneel, stoop, and bend.

Safety Requirements:

• Follow safety policies, including the use of carts for moving items.
• Wear skid-resistant, supportive shoes to prevent slips and falls.
• Utilize protective hand equipment when handling knives, sharp objects, and hot surfaces.
• Mandatory reporting of work-related injuries within 12 hours.
• Participation in company drug testing procedures.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional kitchen setting, utilizing stoves, dishwashers, refrigerators, coolers, and other equipment. The environment includes indoor settings with adequate lighting and ventilation.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Experience in meal planning, budgeting, and dietary operations.
• Dietary managerial experience.
• Serve Safe Certification or equivalent preferred (or obtained shortly after employment).
• Knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA regulations.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.

We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.