Dietary Manager; CDM

Come Join Our Healthcare Family!! Do you want stability and longevity in your career? Are you dedicated to resident care and looking for competitive compensation?! If YES…

• Health, Dental and Vision offerings
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Great Work Environment
• 401k matched at 10%
• Paid Holidays
• Same day pay with Tapcheck
• Job location:
  
  Abbotsford, WI

The Dietary Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, preparation, and service of meals to residents in accordance with nutritional guidelines, regulatory standards, and individual dietary needs. This role ensures a safe, sanitary, and customer‑focused food service operation within a long‑term care facility.

• Menu Planning & Nutrition:
  • Plan and develop menus in consultation with a registered dietitian to meet residents' nutritional needs and preferences.
  • Ensure menus comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including dietary guidelines for older adults.
• Staff Supervision & Training:
  • Hire, train, schedule, and supervise dietary staff including cooks, aides, and dishwashers.
  • Monitor staff performance and provide feedback, coaching, and disciplinary action as needed.
• Meal Preparation & Service:
  • Oversee the preparation and delivery of high‑quality meals that meet individual dietary restrictions (e.g., diabetic, low sodium, texture‑modified).
  • Ensure timely and sanitary service of meals in dining areas and residents’ rooms.
• Sanitation & Safety:
  • Maintain strict compliance with sanitation and infection control procedures in the kitchen and dining areas.
  • Conduct routine inspections and ensure all kitchen equipment and food storage areas meet safety standards.
• Inventory & Budget Management:
  • Order food, supplies, and equipment while staying within budget.
  • Monitor inventory and reduce waste through proper storage and portion control.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  • Ensure the dietary department meets all federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., CMS, state health department).
  • Prepare for and participate in inspections and audits.
• Resident Relations:
  • Communicate with residents and families regarding dietary concerns or preferences.
  • Adjust menus or service practices in response to resident feedback.

• Certification as a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) or equivalent (required or must be obtained within specified time frame)
• High school diploma or GED (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field preferred)
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in food service, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role (experience in long‑term care or healthcare setting preferred)
• Knowledge of dietary needs of elderly and special diets
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Serv Safe certification or food safety knowledge

• Full‑time position; may require weekends, holidays, and on‑call duties
• Physical demands include standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and working in a kitchen environment