Senior Diet and Nutrition Services Manager

Aperion Care; Spring Valley (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aperion Care is seeking a Food and Nutrition Services Manager to partner with the Dietitian in planning, organizing, and directing the department to meet federal, state, and local standards. The role emphasizes quality nutritional services, sanitation, and compliance within a nursing facility setting.

The manager will supervise staff, review policies, and participate in surveys and discharge planning, ensuring menus, diets, and records meet physician orders and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Certification in Food Service Sanitation Manager in Illinois required.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a hospital or long‑term care facility.
• Knowledgeable of dietary practices and regulations governing dietary functions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, and directing the Food and Nutrition Services program.
• Assist in developing and maintaining job descriptions and evaluations.
• Review policies and procedures annually and suggest revisions.
• Inspect storage areas and facilities for upkeep.
• Process diet changes from Nursing.
• Review complaints and report actions.
• Assist discharge planning with nutrition component.
• Participate in facility surveys.
• Interview residents or families for diet history.
• Review diet plans for compliance.
• Ensure progress notes are descriptive.
• Ensure menus are up to date.
• Maintain stock levels of foods and supplies.
• Assist infection control with nutrition aseptic practices.
• Keep work areas clean and sanitary.
• Review care plans quarterly.
• Identify equipment needs in care plans.
• Ensure staff are aware of care plans.
• Assist with budget development and control.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma

Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification (Illinois)

Job description

Aperion Care is seeking a Food and Nutrition Services Manager to partner with the Dietitian in planning, organizing, and directing the department to meet federal, state, and local standards. The role emphasizes quality nutritional services, sanitation, and compliance within a nursing facility setting.

The manager will supervise staff, review policies, and participate in surveys and discharge planning, ensuring menus, diets, and records meet physician orders and regulatory guidelines.