Dietary Manager Healthcare Center - 4.4 Marion, IA Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $65,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Staff supervision Assisting with meal planning Skilled nursing facility experience Long term care experience Food service purchasing Healthcare staff management Quality assurance experience within food and beverage industry Certified Dietary Manager Food service health code compliance Food service workstation cleanliness Quality of care (regulatory compliance area) Team leadership Safety regulations Regulatory compliance Compliance audits & assessments Mid-level State healthcare regulations Cleaning kitchen areas Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise Food service inventory management Records management Meal preparation Older adults Kitchen staff training Quality improvement Compliance documentation Schedule creation Coordination with healthcare staff for dietary services Materials management in food and beverage Full Job Description We are actively hiring a Dietary Manager to oversee nutrition services, food quality, and regulatory compliance. The Dietary Manager ensures residents receive safe, nutritious meals while leading daily kitchen operations and supporting a positive dining experience. In this role, you will supervise dietary staff, manage food service operations, and ensure compliance with applicable food service and healthcare regulations.

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$60 000 - $65 000 per year Benefits Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off (PTO) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Schedule and Employment Type Full-Time Days (7AM - 3:30PM) Key Responsibilities Oversee daily dietary services and kitchen operations as the Dietary Manager Ensure meals are prepared and served safely and in accordance with nutrition, sanitation, infection control, and food safety standards Manage menus, meal planning, inventory, purchasing, and food ordering Supervise, schedule, train, and support dietary staff Monitor food quality, meal service, and resident satisfaction Coordinate with nursing and other departments to support resident dietary needs Maintain accurate dietary records and documentation Monitor kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, equipment, and food storage practices Ensure compliance with applicable state, federal, and facility regulations Prepare for surveys, audits, and inspections and address any identified concerns Support quality improvement initiatives related to nutrition and dining services Qualifications Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) preferred Previous dietary management or food service leadership experience preferred Experience in a skilled nursing, long-term care, senior living, or healthcare setting preferred Knowledge of nutrition, food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills Ability to supervise and motivate dietary staff in a fast-paced environment Strong attention to detail and commitment to resident-centered service If you are an experienced dietary professional who is passionate about nutrition, food quality, and resident satisfaction, we invite you to apply for the Dietary Manager position and lead a dedicated dietary team.