Dietary Manager (Interim)

Qualifications

• Previous experience in dietary services, food service management, or healthcare food operations
• Leadership or supervisory experience
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and dietary regulations
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams
• Preferred: Skilled Nursing Facility, Post-Acute, or Long-Term Care experience, Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) credential, experience with budgeting, purchasing, and inventory control, familiarity with California Department of Public Health regulations

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the dietary department
• Supervise dietary staff, scheduling, and workflow
• Ensure meals are prepared and served according to physician orders, resident preferences, and dietary requirements
• Maintain compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations
• Monitor food quality, sanitation, and infection control practices
• Aid with menu implementation and food inventory management
• Work closely with nursing, administration, and consulting dietitians to support resident nutritional needs
• Participate in surveys, audits, and quality improvement initiatives
• Train, coach, and support dietary team members