Dietary Manager - Lead Nutrition & Care Team

Trellis CentennialSNF; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO & holidays

EAP

Mentorship

Career growth

Job summary

Centennial Post Acute in Anchorage, AK is seeking a Dietary Manager to lead the daily operations of the dietary department, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and developing resident-centered menus.

You will manage inventory, supervise staff, and collaborate with healthcare teams to meet dietary needs while maintaining records and controlling costs. A strong leadership presence and certification credentials are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CDM or CFPP credential is required.
• ServSafe Certification is required.
• One year experience in a long-term care facility dietary department preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Must maintain continuing education/licensing.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, and coordinate the daily operations of the dietary department.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including sanitation, safety, and health standards.
• Develop menus that meet nutritional guidelines, dietary restrictions, and resident/patient preferences.
• Manage inventory, order supplies, and control food costs while minimizing waste.
• Recruit, train, and supervise dietary staff, including cooks and dietary aides.
• Collaborate with healthcare staff to meet special dietary needs of residents/patients.
• Maintain accurate records of menus, production reports, and regulatory documentation.
• Monitor and enforce proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices.
• Foster a positive, safe, and efficient work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Staff supervision

Regulatory compliance

Education

High School Diploma

CDM/CFPP credential

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Centennial Post Acute in Anchorage, AK is seeking a Dietary Manager to lead the daily operations of the dietary department, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and developing resident-centered menus.

You will manage inventory, supervise staff, and collaborate with healthcare teams to meet dietary needs while maintaining records and controlling costs. A strong leadership presence and certification credentials are required.