Dietary Services Manager

Long-Term Care (LTC) Dietary Manager oversees daily food and nutrition services. They manage kitchen staff, ensure safe, high-quality meal preparation for residents, maintain strict compliance with state and federal health regulations, and collaborate with dietitians to meet individual nutritional needs.

Key Responsibilities Menu & Nutrition Management:

Collaborate with Registered Dietitians to plan, review, and modify menus to fit therapeutic diets, resident preferences, and seasonal availability.

Staff Leadership:

Supervise and schedule dietary aides and cooks. Oversee orientation, onboarding, and ongoing in-service training for safe food handling.

Regulatory Compliance:

Maintain strict compliance with state, federal, and local sanitation guidelines, food safety protocols, and health codes.

Inventory & Budgeting:

Develop and monitor the departmental budget, track food costs, and manage the procurement of food and kitchen supplies.

Resident Interaction:

Conduct nutritional screening, visit residents to evaluate satisfaction, and ensure dietary care plans are accurately executed.

Qualifications Certification:

Certified Dietary Manager, Certified Food Protection Professional (CDM, CFPP) credential.

Experience:

Prior supervisory experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting is standard.

Skills:

Strong knowledge of nutrition principles, food allergy management, cost control, and basic computer skills for scheduling and inventory

Job Type:

Full-time Medical Specialty:

Geriatrics Experience:

Management in

Dietary :

2 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

The Woodlands, TX 77380 (Required)

Work Location:

In person