Dietary Supervisor | Nursing Home

Leisure Chateau Premier Subacute Care & Rehab Center; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Weekly Appreciation Event

Monthly Gift Giveaways

Job summary

Leisure Chateau Premier Subacute Care & Rehab Center is seeking an experienced Dietary Supervisor to oversee food service operations for residents. You will ensure nutritious meals meet medical needs and preferences, manage the dietary team, coordinate production schedules, and maintain a sanitary kitchen aligned with state and local health guidelines.

The ideal candidate has a culinary background, long-term care management experience, and ServSafe certification.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service management within long-term care or medical facility.
• Culinary background and ability to plan therapeutic diets.
• Active ServSafe certification required (CDM preferred).

Responsibilities

• Supervise food production, tray assembly, and service line scheduling.
• Plan and implement therapeutic diets and seasonal menus.
• Interview residents to determine dietary needs and preferences; educate families on diets.
• Manage inventory and procurement of food and kitchen supplies; ensure proper storage.
• Hire, train, schedule, and evaluate dietary staff; maintain compliance with regulations.

Skills

Food service management

Culinary expertise

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; Nutrition/Culinary/Hospitality degree preferred

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Flexible Schedule, 6:30am- 2:30pm, 11am- 7pm & Alternate Weekends

• 401K
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Weekly Employee Appreciation Event- “Thankful Thursday”
• Monthly Gift Giveaways!!

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Weekly Employee Appreciation Event- “Thankful Thursday”
• Monthly Gift Giveaways!!
• Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem

Dietary Supervisor

Rate: $20 Per Hour

About us

Leisure Chateau is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive, team-focused environment. We believe great care starts with great people, which is why we invest in our employees through accessible leadership, recognition programs, and the resources they need to succeed.

If you're looking for a workplace where you'll be valued, supported, and able to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to have you on our team.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and leadership-driven Dietary Supervisor to oversee our food service operations. In this role, you will ensure that our residents receive nutritious, high-quality meals that meet their specific medical needs and personal preferences. You will manage the dietary team, coordinate production schedules, and maintain a sanitary environment in strict accordance with state and local health guidelines. The ideal candidate is a culinary professional with a heart for senior care and a proven track record in long-term care management.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervision & Production: Oversee food preparation, tray assembly, and service line schedules; coordinate daily production to ensure timely meal service.
• Menu & Diet Planning: Plan and implement therapeutic diets and seasonal menus that cater to diverse nutritional requirements.
• Resident Relations: Interview residents to determine specific dietary needs, allergies, and preferences; educate residents and families on therapeutic diets.
• Inventory Management: Requisition and purchase food, equipment, and kitchen supplies; supervise the receiving and proper storage of all deliveries.
• Team Leadership: Responsible for hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, and—when necessary—terminating dietary staff.
• Compliance: Ensure the kitchen operates in 100% compliance with state and local food service regulations and infection control standards.

Qualifications

• Experience: Proven food service management experience specifically within a long-term care or medical facility is required.
• Culinary Background: Prior professional cooking experience is essential.
• Certification: Active ServSafe Certification required (Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) preferred).
• Health Requirements: Must be flu vaccinated (or have a valid medical/religious exemption per facility policy).
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; degree in Nutrition, Culinary Arts, or Hospitality preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of state/local health department guidelines for skilled nursing facilities.
• Leadership: Ability to manage a diverse team and maintain high morale in a fast-paced environment.
• Clinical Understanding: Knowledge of therapeutic diets (e.g., mechanical soft, renal, diabetic, etc.).
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills for interacting with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary clinical team.
• Organization: Strong administrative skills for scheduling, inventory auditing, and documentation.