Dietary Supervisor

Southwest LTC; Hobart (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest LTC is seeking a Dietary Manager for Hobart Nursing Center in Hobart, OK. You will oversee the dietary department, plan menus, manage staff, and ensure compliance with nutrition and safety standards.

Role requires strong leadership, budgeting, and regulatory knowledge to deliver safe, nutritious meals and maintain documentation for inspections.

Qualifications

• Plan, develop, and implement menus meeting residents’ nutritional needs and restrictions.
• Supervise dietary staff including cooks and aides; train, schedule.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and infection control regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan menus to meet residents’ nutritional needs and preferences.
• Supervise dietary staff including cooks and aides.
• Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and infection control regulations.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control to standards.
• Maintain inventory, order supplies, and manage costs within budget.
• Collaborate with nursing on dietary needs and special diets.
• Conduct audits of food prep, storage, and service areas.
• Maintain documentation for inspections and reporting.
• Foster team environment and encourage staff development.

Skills

Menu planning

Leadership

Staff management

Budgeting

Food safety

Nutrition knowledge

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor's degree in nutrition, dietetics, or food service management

Tools

Food service software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Hobart Nursing Center - Hobart, OK 73651

The Dietary Manager oversees the dietary department, ensuring residents receive safe, nutritious, and appealing meals. This role manages dietary staff, plans menus according to nutritional and regulatory guidelines, and maintains compliance with all federal, state, and facility standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement menus that meet residents’ nutritional needs, preferences, and dietary restrictions.
• Supervise, train, and schedule dietary staff, including cooks and aides.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and infection control regulations.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control to meet facility standards.
• Maintain accurate inventory, order supplies, and manage food costs within budget.
• Collaborate with nursing and clinical staff regarding residents’ dietary needs and special diets.
• Conduct regular audits of food preparation, storage, and service areas.
• Maintain accurate documentation for regulatory inspections, audits, and internal reporting.
• Promote a positive, team-oriented environment and encourage professional development among dietary staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or food service management preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in dietary management, preferably in healthcare, assisted living, or skilled nursing.
• Knowledge of nutrition, food safety, dietary regulations, and menu planning.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, inventory, and staff schedules.
• Proficiency with food service software and Microsoft Office Suite.