Overview Join our dynamic team as a Certified Dietary Manager, where you will lead and oversee the dietary operations within a vibrant healthcare or assisted living environment. This role is vital in ensuring residents and patients receive nutritious, balanced meals tailored to their individual health needs. As a Certified Dietary Manager, you will champion high standards of food safety, quality, and service while fostering a positive and efficient kitchen atmosphere. Your leadership will directly impact the well-being and satisfaction of those we serve, making every meal an opportunity for health and happiness. Responsibilities Develop, implement, and monitor personalized care plans that incorporate nutritional needs, dietary restrictions, and health goals for residents or patients. Supervise dietary staff, including training, scheduling, and performance management to ensure smooth daily operations. Conduct patient assessments to determine appropriate nutritional interventions and adjust menus accordingly. Oversee food preparation processes, ensuring compliance with safety standards such as proper handling of tube feeding supplies and diagnostic evaluation protocols. Manage dietary department budgets, inventory control, and procurement to optimize resources while maintaining high-quality service. Collaborate with healthcare teams to evaluate patient progress, modify care plans as needed, and provide health coaching on nutrition-related topics. Ensure adherence to all regulatory guidelines related to assisted living facilities, healthcare standards, and food safety regulations. Requirements Valid certification as a Dietary Manager or equivalent credential from an accredited organization. Proven experience in dietary management within assisted living or healthcare settings. Strong knowledge of physiology, nutrition science, dietetics principles, and care planning processes. Supervising experience with teams responsible for meal preparation and patient care activities. Familiarity with tube feeding procedures, diagnostic evaluation techniques, and health coaching strategies. Ability to manage budgets effectively while maintaining high standards of food quality and safety. Excellent leadership skills with a proactive approach to managing dietary departments and fostering team collaboration. Embark on a rewarding career where your expertise transforms lives through nutritious meals and compassionate care!

Pay:

$60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Paid training Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person