Resident-Centric Dietary Services Leader

Platinum Communities; Town of Iola (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid sick time

Job summary

Platinum Communities is hiring a Dietary Manager to oversee the kitchen and dining services in an assisted living community. You will supervise dietary staff, plan nutritionally balanced menus, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with food safety regulations while supporting resident wellness.

You will lead meal preparation, maintain high sanitation standards, and collaborate with other departments. Strong leadership, organization, and communication are essential, with on-call availability

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Minimum 2 years of food service experience with at least 1 year in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Knowledge of modified diets (e.g., pureed, mechanical soft, restricted diets).
• SERV Safe certification or willingness to obtain upon hire.
• Experience in assisted living/long-term care preferred.
• Excellent organization, time management, and communication skills.
• On-call availability including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen and meal service operations for residents and tenants.
• Supervise dietary staff, ensuring adequate scheduling and coverage.
• Act as lead cook and assist with meal preparation and service.
• Maintain sanitation in kitchen and dining areas per health codes and standards.
• Ensure compliance with DHS 83 & 89 and state/local food safety regulations.
• Collaborate with other departments to support resident care and satisfaction.
• Recruit, train, and coach dietary staff; conduct performance evaluations.

Skills

Staff supervision

Food service leadership

Menu planning

Inventory management

Food safety knowledge

Communication

On-call availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary or hospitality certification preferred

Job description

Platinum Communities is hiring a Dietary Manager to oversee the kitchen and dining services in an assisted living community. You will supervise dietary staff, plan nutritionally balanced menus, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with food safety regulations while supporting resident wellness.

You will lead meal preparation, maintain high sanitation standards, and collaborate with other departments. Strong leadership, organization, and communication are essential, with on-call availability