Dietary Manager: Lead Kitchen & Nutrition Programs

Oneida Nursing & Rehab Center; Oneida (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Oneida Nursing & Rehab Center in Tennessee is seeking a Dietary Manager with strong leadership and organizational skills to oversee foodservice operations in our facility. You will plan staff schedules, manage budgets, interact with residents to understand dietary needs, and ensure compliance with health guidelines while delivering high-quality meals and nutrition support.

This role requires hands-on supervision, inventory control, and developing customized dietary programs to accommodate

Qualifications

• Minimum of proven management experience in a foodservice or healthcare setting.
• Strong organizational and numerical skills are essential.
• Ability to plan schedules and manage budgets while ensuring quality service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily foodservice operations and ensure compliance with health guidelines.
• Hire, train, supervise, and, if needed, terminate staff.
• Interact with customers to ensure satisfaction and address dietary needs.
• Create staff schedules within budget constraints.
• Provide nutritional guidance to clients and guests.
• Manage inventory and procure supplies and equipment.
• Set standards for food preparation and documentation of procedures.
• Develop client-specific dietary programs and varied meal options.
• Ensure safe storage, handling, and preparation of food.

Skills

Management experience

Organizational skills

Budgeting

Staff supervision

Communication

Tools

Excel

Job description

Oneida Nursing & Rehab Center in Tennessee is seeking a Dietary Manager with strong leadership and organizational skills to oversee foodservice operations in our facility. You will plan staff schedules, manage budgets, interact with residents to understand dietary needs, and ensure compliance with health guidelines while delivering high-quality meals and nutrition support.

This role requires hands-on supervision, inventory control, and developing customized dietary programs to accommodate