Dietary Services Manager: Lead Nutrition & Team - Full-Time

Care Initiatives; Atlantic (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Referral bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Atlantic Specialty Care in Atlantic, IA, a 90-bed long-term care skilled nursing community, is seeking a Dietary Service Manager to lead our dietary team. This is a full-time, on-site role within our compassionate care environment.

You will oversee daily operations of the dietary department, ensure meals meet physicians' orders and dietary restrictions, supervise staff, manage food ordering and budgeting, and collaborate with other departments to support resident nutrition and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• State-approved Food Services Supervisor Course completed.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Experience in quantity food preparation and service.
• Willingness to complete Food Safety, Sanitation and Modified Diets training.
• Healthcare dietary setting experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the dietary department, including meal preparations, service, sanitation, and staffing.
• Ensure residents receive nutritious meals that meet physicians' orders, dietary restrictions, and individualized care plans.
• Supervise, coach, and support dietary team members to promote quality service and teamwork.
• Manage food ordering, inventory, budgeting, and cost controls to ensure efficient department operations.
• Collaborate with department teams to support resident nutritional needs and satisfaction.

Skills

Quantity food preparation

Food safety training

Healthcare dietary experience

Team supervision

Education

State-approved Food Services Supervisor Course

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Atlantic Specialty Care in Atlantic, IA, a 90-bed long-term care skilled nursing community, is seeking a Dietary Service Manager to lead our dietary team. This is a full-time, on-site role within our compassionate care environment.

You will oversee daily operations of the dietary department, ensure meals meet physicians' orders and dietary restrictions, supervise staff, manage food ordering and budgeting, and collaborate with other departments to support resident nutrition and satisfaction.