Dietary Manager: Lead Hospital & LTC Nutrition

Fundamental; Cumberland (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

DailyPay option

Job summary

Fundamental is seeking a Certified Dietary Manager to lead the Dietary Department across a healthcare facility. You will oversee planning, scheduling, and staff development to ensure high-quality patient meals and compliance with regulatory standards.

The role emphasizes supervision, cost-control training, and coordination with other departments. Strong mentorship and ongoing education for staff are required to maintain exceptional dietary services.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Dietary Manager.
• Two+ years of supervisory experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or related medical facility.
• Training in cost control, food management, diet therapy, etc.
• Must maintain current licensure as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of the Dietary Department in accordance with current Federal, State and local standards.
• Schedule department hours, personnel and work assignments to maintain quality patient care.
• Develop and participate in on-the-job training and orientation for department personnel.
• Schedule and conduct monthly in-service for department personnel.
• Hold routine departmental meetings and provide education to other departments regarding dietary services.

Skills

Culinary arts

Management

Customer service

Leadership

Education

Certified Dietary Manager

Job description

Fundamental is seeking a Certified Dietary Manager to lead the Dietary Department across a healthcare facility. You will oversee planning, scheduling, and staff development to ensure high-quality patient meals and compliance with regulatory standards.

The role emphasizes supervision, cost-control training, and coordination with other departments. Strong mentorship and ongoing education for staff are required to maintain exceptional dietary services.