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Dietary Manager – Skilled Nursing & Long-Term Care

Skilled Nursing & Long-Term Care
Waco, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 2/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2025

Skilled Nursing & Long-Term Care -

Dietary Manager – Skilled Nursing & Long-Term Care

Waco / McGregor, TX

Are you a passionate and experienced food service leader who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare setting ? Do you have a talent for menu planning, team management, and ensuring top-notch nutrition for residents? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are looking for a dedicated Dietary Manager to oversee the Food and Nutrition Services Department at our Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care facility in the Waco / McGregor area . This leadership role is crucial to ensuring our residents receive delicious, nutritious meals while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and satisfaction .

What You’ll Be Doing :

Food & Nutrition Leadership :

  • Oversee meal planning, preparation, and service to meet residents’ needs, preferences, and care plans.
  • Ensure compliance with therapeutic diets, food safety standards, and state regulations .

Regulatory & Compliance Oversight :

  • Maintain proper food storage, sanitation, and safety practices to comply with federal and state guidelines .
  • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and QAPI activities related to food and nutrition services.
  • Team Leadership & Training :

  • Supervise and support Dietary Aides and Cooks to ensure high-quality meal service.
  • Develop and implement staff schedules, training programs, and performance evaluations .
  • Budget & Purchasing Management :

  • Oversee food and supply purchasing , ensuring cost-effectiveness and high-quality standards .
  • Monitor and manage the department’s budget while ensuring excellent service delivery.
  • Resident Care & Engagement :

  • Work closely with the Registered Dietitian to develop individualized nutrition plans .
  • Support the Resident Council in addressing food preferences and improving meal satisfaction.
  • What We’re Looking For :

    Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), Certified Food Service Manager, or equivalent certification .

    Associate’s degree or higher in food service management, hospitality, or related field preferred.

    2 years of experience in food service management, preferably in a long-term care setting .

    Strong knowledge of dietary regulations, food safety, and therapeutic diets .

    Leadership experience managing kitchen staff, schedules, and budgets .

    Why Join Us?

    A fulfilling leadership role that impacts the well-being of residents.

    Competitive pay & benefits – because we value our team!

    A supportive and collaborative work environment .

    Career growth opportunities in a growing healthcare organization.

    Bring your passion for food, leadership, and resident care to our team! If you’re ready to make a difference, APPLY TODAY and become a vital part of our skilled nursing community in Waco / McGregor!

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