Interim CDM Leader – Diet Department (8–26 wks)

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Sarasota (FL)

On-site

USD 68,000 - 83,000

Part time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Scheduling

Direct Deposit

Opportunities for Overtime

Telemedicine access for employees

Job summary

Palmer Ranch Center for Rehab and Healing is seeking an experienced Interim Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) to provide temporary leadership of the Dietary Department during a leadership transition. You will maintain regulatory compliance, ensure survey readiness, and set up a smooth handoff to permanent leadership.

The assignment is temporary/interim (approximately 8–26 weeks, extendable or shortened as needed).

Qualifications

Current CDM or CFPP credential required.
High school diploma or equivalent.
2+ years of supervisory experience in healthcare settings.
Knowledge of cost control, food management, diet therapy, and sanitation.
Preferred ServSafe Manager certification.

Responsibilities

Immediately supervise and manage the Dietary Department.
Assess operations, staffing, budget, and sanitation in the first week.
Maintain survey readiness and support state surveys and inspections.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and facility policies.
Monitor food safety and diet order accuracy; collaborate with interdisciplinary team.
Manage department budget, ordering, and inventory to control costs.
Schedule, train, supervise, and evaluate dietary staff; assist recruitment.
Conduct monthly in-services and departmental meetings.
Document processes and orient the permanent CDM.