Senior Living Dining Director

Magnolia-Creek-Assisted-Living; Waughtown (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Ongoing professional development

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Magnolia Creek Assisted Living is seeking an experienced Dietary Manager to oversee culinary operations, lead the dietary team, and enhance the resident dining experience.

You will plan menus with clinical input, ensure meals meet dietary requirements and health regulations, and manage inventory, budgeting, and quality assurance.

Qualifications include a CDM or eligibility, a bachelor’s degree in food service management or nutrition, and 2+ years of healthcare food service leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in food service management, nutrition, or related field preferred.
• CDM certification or eligibility required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day food service operations, ensuring meals meet dietary requirements, are of high quality, and comply with health regulations.
• Lead and supervise the dietary team, including cooks, aides, and nutrition staff; provide training and performance management.
• Ensure meals meet residents' nutritional needs and preferences; respond to dietary requests and concerns.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to plan menus that adhere to nutrition guidelines while accommodating special diets.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and maintain safe food handling practices.
• Manage food inventory and budgeting to meet cost controls while ensuring quality service.
• Promote a safe, sanitary kitchen environment and maintain cleanliness throughout prep and dining areas.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to monitor meal quality relative to residents' health needs.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Nutrition knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in food service management or related field

CDM certification or eligibility

Job description

Magnolia Creek Assisted Living is seeking an experienced Dietary Manager to oversee culinary operations, lead the dietary team, and enhance the resident dining experience.

You will plan menus with clinical input, ensure meals meet dietary requirements and health regulations, and manage inventory, budgeting, and quality assurance.

Qualifications include a CDM or eligibility, a bachelor’s degree in food service management or nutrition, and 2+ years of healthcare food service leadership.