Food Service Manager

Aventura Health Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aventura Health Group in Cincinnati is seeking a Dietary Manager to oversee all food service operations in a long-term care facility. You will lead kitchen staff, coordinate with a Registered Dietitian, and ensure menus meet medical orders and resident preferences.

Responsibilities include staff supervision, menu planning, portion control, food safety, and regulatory compliance (CMS/OSHA/health dept). Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• CDM through ANFP preferred or required by state regulations.
• High school diploma or equivalent; nutrition/food service/hospitality degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in food service management, healthcare or long-term care setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of clinical nutrition and therapeutic diets.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• ServSafe certification preferred or required, depending on state regulations.
• Proficient in inventory management, scheduling, and food production planning.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise dietary staff (cooks, aides, servers).
• Conduct regular staff meetings, in-service training, and performance evaluations.
• Develop and implement menus in coordination with a Registered Dietitian and in accordance with physician orders, resident preferences, and nutritional guidelines.
• Ensure all therapeutic diets are accurately prepared and served.
• Review resident diet orders regularly and update as needed.
• Oversee the preparation, portioning, and presentation of meals that are nutritious and timely.
• Ensure meals meet food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards.
• Monitor food inventory and place orders to ensure adequate supply; minimize waste and control costs within budget.
• Ensure compliance with CMS, OSHA, and health department standards; maintain relevant documentation.
• Prepare for and participate in surveys and inspections; implement and enforce safety policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Inventory management

Scheduling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nutrition/food service/hospitality degree

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

Position Summary

The Dietary Manager oversees all aspects of food service operations in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility. This includes managing kitchen staff, developing menus in compliance with nutritional guidelines and medical orders, ensuring food safety and sanitation, and supporting residents’ dietary needs and preferences.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Supervision

• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise dietary staff (cooks, aides, servers).
• Conduct regular staff meetings, in-service training, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure kitchen and dining areas are staffed appropriately for all shifts.
• Foster a positive and cooperative work environment.

Menu Planning & Nutrition

• Develop and implement menus in coordination with a Registered Dietitian and in accordance with physician orders, resident preferences, and nutritional guidelines.
• Ensure all therapeutic diets (e.g., diabetic, renal, puree, mechanical soft) are accurately prepared and served.
• Review resident diet orders regularly and make updates as needed.
• Participate in care plan meetings as necessary to address residents' nutritional needs.

Food Preparation & Service

• Oversee the preparation, portioning, and presentation of meals that are nutritious, palatable, and timely.
• Ensure meals meet food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards.
• Monitor food inventory and place orders to ensure adequate supply.
• Minimize food waste and control costs within budget guidelines.

Regulatory Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and local regulations (including CMS, OSHA, and health department standards).
• Maintain proper documentation including temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and resident diet lists.
• Prepare for and participate in surveys and inspections.
• Implement and enforce food safety and sanitation policies (e.g., HACCP, ServSafe).

Qualifications

• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) through ANFP preferred or required based on state regulations
• High school diploma or equivalent (required); degree in nutrition, food service, or hospitality (preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in food service management, preferably in a healthcare or long-term care setting
• Strong knowledge of clinical nutrition, therapeutic diets, and food safety standards
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• ServSafe certification (preferred or required, depending on state regulations)
• Proficient in inventory management, scheduling, and food production planning

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
• Standing, walking, bending, and lifting for extended periods
• Tolerance for hot or cold work environments (e.g., ovens, refrigerators, dish room)

Schedule

• Typically Monday-Friday
• Must be available for some weekends, holidays, and on-call support as needed