Dietary Manager

Journey; Vanceburg (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Supportive work environment

Free Life Insurance

Job summary

Journey in Kentucky is seeking a Dietary Manager to lead the dietary department and ensure safe, sanitary, and nutritionally balanced meals for residents. You will oversee meal planning, regulatory compliance, and team management to deliver high-quality food service in a long-term care setting.

The role emphasizes leadership, operational excellence, and collaboration with facility staff to meet regulatory guidelines and resident needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) and meet state requirements for certification.
• Food services supervisory experience in an institutional long-term care or hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operational Management: Plan, organize, and direct the daily operations of the dietary department while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Quality & Safety Compliance: Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment while ensuring nutritionally balanced meals meet regulatory and dietary guidelines.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration: Lead and develop the dietary team, collaborate with facility staff, and manage budgets and operational goals to maintain high-quality food service.

Skills

CDM certification

Dietary supervision

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Join our team as a Dietary Manager, where you’ll lead the overall operations of the dietary department, ensuring safe, clean, and sanitary food service. In this key leadership role, you’ll oversee meal planning, regulatory compliance, and team management to provide nutritious, high-quality meals for our residents. If you’re passionate about food service and team leadership,

About Us

Welcome toJourney, where the community is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that true success starts with strong local leadership, supported by a dedicated home office team. Our journey began with a vision to create opportunities that empower individuals to make a positive impact right in their own backyard.

Our Vision

Change the world, one heart at a time.

Our Mission

Our Mission is to consistently achieve exceptional quality outcomes by leading a world-class Care Team. Our empowered and dedicated Care Team strives to exceed the expectations of our residents in every interaction. Being a part of your Journey is our privilege.

The Heartbeat of Journey

Our local leaders are the driving force behind our success. They’re not just managers; they’re passionate advocates for their communities. They understand the needs and goals of the residents and families they serve. They’re your neighbors, your friends, and your partners in progress. Together, we work tirelessly to create meaningful change and lasting legacies.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) and meet state requirements for certification.
• Food services supervisory experience in an institutional long-term care or hospital setting is preferred.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operational Management: Plan, organize, and direct the daily operations of the dietary department while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Quality & Safety Compliance: Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment while ensuring nutritionally balanced meals meet regulatory and dietary guidelines.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration: Lead and develop the dietary team, collaborate with facility staff, and manage budgets and operational goals to maintain high-quality food service.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Free Life Insurance

Together, let’s change lives one heart at a time.

We are committed to equal opportunity. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, please contact HR.

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