ROLE:
Amherst Meadows is currently seeking a motivated, organized, resident-focused Dietary Manager to oversee the daily operations of our nursing home dietary department. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality meals, ensuring resident satisfaction, maintaining regulatory compliance and leading a dedicated dietary team. The Dietary Manager will oversee food preparation and service while ensuring compliance with applicable Ohio Department of Health regulations, CMS requirements and food safety standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee daily dietary department operations, including meal preparation, meal service and sanitation
- Ensure meals meet residents' nutritional needs, prescribed diets and individual food preferences
- Coordinate with Registered Dietician, nursing staff and other interdisciplinary team members regarding residents' nutritional needs
- Supervise, schedule, train and evaluate dietary department employees
- Monitor food inventory, order supplies, control food costs and minimize waste
- Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulations
- Maintain accurate dietary records, menus, temperature logs, sanitation documentation and other required records
- Ensure proper food storage, handling, preparation and serving temperatures
- Monitor kitchen cleanliness, infection prevention practices and equipment safety
- Participate in surveys, inspections, quality assurance activities and corrective action plans as needed
- Address resident and family concerns regarding meals and dietary services
- Ensure therapeutic diets and food allergies are communicated and followed appropriately
- Promote a positive work environment focused on teamwork, accountability and resident-centered care
QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience in dietary services, food service management or a healthcare food service setting preferred
- Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) credential preferred or required, depending on applicable qualifications and facility needs
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, therapeutic diets and healthcare dietary operations
- Supervisory or leadership experience preferred
- Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of nursing home regulations and dietary department compliance requirements preferred
WE OFFER
- Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
- Supportive leadership team
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents' daily lives
- Health, Dental and Vision insurance
- PTO and paid holidays
- 401k
JOIN OUR TEAM!
If you are passionate about food service, leadership and providing exceptional care to nursing home residents, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated Dietary Manager to our team!
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person