Dietary Manager: Lead Nutrition & Resident Care

Centennial Post Acute; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off & holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career growth

Job summary

Centennial Post Acute in Anchorage, AK is seeking a Dietary Manager to lead the daily operations of the dietary department, ensure regulatory compliance, and design menus that meet nutritional and resident needs.

You will oversee inventory, manage costs, recruit and train dietary staff, coordinate with healthcare teams on special diets, and maintain records. This full-time role offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• CDM or CFPP credential required.
• ServSafe Certification required.
• One-year experience in a long-term care facility dietary department preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, and coordinate the daily operations of the dietary department.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including sanitation and health standards.
• Develop menus that meet nutritional guidelines and resident needs.
• 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 and sanitation practices.
• Foster a positive, safe, and efficient work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDM or CFPP credential

ServSafe Certification

Long-term care experience

Job description

Centennial Post Acute in Anchorage, AK is seeking a Dietary Manager to lead the daily operations of the dietary department, ensure regulatory compliance, and design menus that meet nutritional and resident needs.

You will oversee inventory, manage costs, recruit and train dietary staff, coordinate with healthcare teams on special diets, and maintain records. This full-time role offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package in a supportive, team-oriented environment.