Dietary Manager

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

Job summary

The Psychiatric Institute of Washington (PIW) seeks a Dietary Manager to lead our dietary services team, overseeing daily kitchen operations, supervising staff, and ensuring safe, nutritious meals for patients and staff.

In collaboration with dietitians and healthcare professionals, you will develop menus, manage inventory and budgets, uphold food safety standards, and support a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 3–5 years of related food service or kitchen operations experience.
• Food Handler Management Certification is required.
• CPR/BLS Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
• Experience supervising kitchen personnel and coordinating daily food service operations.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, food preparation, and menu planning.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, healthcare professionals, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, meal service, and overall food quality.
• Lead, train, schedule, and evaluate food service staff while promoting teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with dietitians and healthcare professionals to develop nutritious menus and accommodate patient dietary requirements, restrictions, and preferences.
• Manage food inventory, purchasing, vendor relationships, and departmental budgets while minimizing waste and maintaining cost-effective operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, infection prevention, and applicable health regulations through regular inspections and quality monitoring.
• Maintain consistent meal preparation and service standards, ensuring meals are prepared accurately and delivered on time.
• Provide ongoing staff education, training, and guidance on food preparation, sanitation practices, and departmental procedures.
• Partner with patients, staff, and hospital leadership to address dietary concerns, improve service quality, and support a positive patient experience.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Menu planning

Budget management

Food safety

Communication

Operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food Handler Management Certification

CPR/BLS Certification (AHA)

Job description

Responsibilities

Make a Meaningful Impact on Behavioral Healthcare.

Psychiatric Institute of Washington (PIW) is seeking a Dietary Manager to lead our dietary services team. In this role, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, supervise food service staff, and ensure the preparation and delivery of safe, nutritious, high-quality meals that support the needs of our patients and staff.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced food service professional who brings strong leadership skills, operational expertise, and a commitment to maintaining exceptional standards of food safety, quality, and patient-centered service.

What You Will Do

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, meal service, and overall food quality.
• Lead, train, schedule, and evaluate food service staff while promoting teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with dietitians and healthcare professionals to develop nutritious menus and accommodate patient dietary requirements, restrictions, and preferences.
• Manage food inventory, purchasing, vendor relationships, and departmental budgets while minimizing waste and maintaining cost-effective operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, infection prevention, and applicable health regulations through regular inspections and quality monitoring.
• Maintain consistent meal preparation and service standards, ensuring meals are prepared accurately and delivered on time.
• Provide ongoing staff education, training, and guidance on food preparation, sanitation practices, and departmental procedures.
• Partner with patients, staff, and hospital leadership to address dietary concerns, improve service quality, and support a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3-5 years of related food service or kitchen operations experience.
• Food Handler Management Certification.
• CPR/BLS Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Experience supervising kitchen personnel and coordinating daily food service operations.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, food preparation, and menu planning.
• Experience managing inventory, purchasing, and departmental budgets.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, healthcare professionals, and vendors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational or technical training in culinary arts, food service management, or a related field.

What Will Help You Succeed

Successful team members at PIW demonstrate strong leadership, accountability, and commitment to service excellence. You’ll thrive in this role by staying organized in a fast-paced environment, supporting and developing your team, maintaining high food safety standards, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to meet the nutritional needs of our patients.

About The Psychiatric Institute of Washington

For nearly 50 years, The Psychiatric Institute of Washington (PIW) has provided behavioral healthcare to children, adolescents, and adults throughout the Washington, D.C. community. Our 130-bed facility offers inpatient, outpatient, and partial hospitalization programs designed to help patients find hope, stability, and a path toward a healthier future.

At PIW, our team brings together professionals from across clinical, administrative, operational, and support disciplines who share a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.

Why Choose PIW?

At PIW, your work is a part of something meaningful, and every role contributes to helping individuals navigate some of life’s most challenging moments. When you join PIW, you will have the opportunity to work alongside dedicated behavioral healthcare professionals, grow your skills, and build a career within an organization committed to passionate care, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Benefits & Rewards

We believe a rewarding career should support your life both inside and outside of work. As a full-time Dietary Manager, you may be eligible for a variety of benefits that support your health, well-being, and professional growth, including:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• Additional insurance coverage (such as life insurance, disability insurance, and pet insurance)
• Pre-tax Metro SmartTrip Benefits
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Program
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

Eligibility for benefits and programs may vary based on employment status, scheduled hours, position, location, and applicable plan requirements. Benefit information provided in this posting is a summary and is subject to the terms of the applicable plans and policies.

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

EEO Statement

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We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.