Lead Dietary Director CDM – Dining & Nutrition Leadership

Winfield Senior Living; Winfield (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Shift Differentials

Paycheck Advances

Paid sick leave and vacation

Paid Holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Health and Dependent Care FSA

Company paid Basic Life Insurance

Voluntary benefits: Life, AD&D, Short‑

Term Disability, Critical Care & -

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401K Plan

Employee Discount Program

Paid Mentorship and professional growt

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Winfield Senior Living in Kansas is seeking a Certified Dietary Director (CDM) to oversee all food service operations for our residents. You will plan menus, supervise the Dining Services team, and ensure meals are nutritious, safe, and compliant with regulations.

The role emphasizes budget-minded menu planning, staff recruitment and training, collaboration with care teams, and accurate nutrition documentation to support resident well-being.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• CDM certification or willingness to obtain
• ServSafe Certification required
• Minimum 2 years of relevant food service management experience

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food preparation and meal service according to planned menus
• Supervise, train, and manage Dietary Aides and Cooks
• Recruit, onboard, and retain dining staff to minimize turnover
• Monitor and respond to residents’ nutritional needs and physician-ordered diets
• Order food, supplies, and equipment; inspect deliveries for quality, accuracy, and pricing
• Ensure compliance with dietary regulations and safety standards
• Collaborate in patient care meetings, contributing nutritional insights
• Maintain accurate and timely nutrition documentation
• Adapt menus to meet diverse dietary needs across living arrangements
• Implement systems to support regulatory compliance and high-quality outcomes
• Deliver excellent customer service and build positive relationships with residents

Skills

Staff supervision

Nutrition knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Winfield Senior Living in Kansas is seeking a Certified Dietary Director (CDM) to oversee all food service operations for our residents. You will plan menus, supervise the Dining Services team, and ensure meals are nutritious, safe, and compliant with regulations.

The role emphasizes budget-minded menu planning, staff recruitment and training, collaboration with care teams, and accurate nutrition documentation to support resident well-being.