Certified Dietary Manager, Long-Term Care Nutrition
Overview
You will own dietary operations for a skilled nursing facility, serving 100+ residents with CDM certification. You will manage a team of 5-10 staff, plan menus with the RDN, and ensure full compliance with HACCP and OSHA. This role combines hands-on kitchen leadership with budget oversight and regulatory audits. You will directly improve resident satisfaction through tailored meal programs.
What You'll Do10
- 1Build monthly menus with the RDN that meet HACCP guidelines and resident preferences.
- 2Direct daily food prep, cooking, and plating to hit quality and presentation standards.
- 3Lead a team of cooks, aides, and dishwashers, setting schedules and training on OSHA rules.
- 4Own inventory, from ordering to vendor negotiations, cutting costs by 5% within 90 days.
- 5Enforce food safety with daily walkthroughs of kitchen and storage areas.
- 6Track temperature logs, production sheets, and staff timecards for state audits.
- 7Partner with nursing and therapy teams to adjust menus for specific dietary needs.
- 8Launch one quality improvement project each quarter, like reducing plate waste.
- 9Manage the department budget, spotting savings in supplies and labor.
- 10Run monthly in-services on HACCP updates and sanitation practices.
Requirements10
- 1CDM credential from ANFP or similar body.
- 2Associate's degree in nutrition or food service management.
- 31-5 years in a skilled nursing or medical facility, with 1+ years supervising dietary staff.
- 4Working knowledge of HACCP and OSHA standards.
- 5Track record of training and motivating kitchen teams.
- 6Skilled in Microsoft Excel and MenuSano for planning and tracking.
- 7Clear communication with residents, families, and clinical staff.
- 8Flexibility to work weekdays, 8-hour shifts, with occasional weekends.
- 9Physical ability to lift 50 lbs, stand for 4+ hours, and work near hot equipment.
- 10Certified in ServeSafe or similar food safety program.
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