Dietary Manager
Centralia, WA - USA
Job Summary
Make a Difference Every Day in Senior Living
Looking for a rewarding job insenior carewhere your work truly matters At Americare Senior Living youll build relationships support residents and be part of a team that feels like family.
- Trustedsenior living providerwith 40 years of experience
- Guided by our RISING values: Respect Integrity Servant Heart Inspire Nurture Growth
- Known forHometown Hospitalityand small family-like communities
- Recognized as aGreat Place to WorkandBest Workplaces in Aging Services
- Make a daily impact inresident care and quality of life
- Work in asupportive team-focused environment
- Build meaningful relationships with residents and coworkers
- Join a culture focused onrespect compassion and connection
- Flexible scheduling options to support your lifestyle
- Competitive pay annual increases
- Daily pay access (get paid when you need it)
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Health dental vision life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition assistance and career growth opportunities
- Free meals during shifts
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
Benefits may vary based on full-time part-time or PRN status.
Skilled Nursing
Americare Senior Living is seeking an experienced and dedicated Dietary Manager to lead foodservice operations within our skilled nursing this role youll ensure regulatory compliance high-quality meal service and a safe sanitary kitchen environment while delivering nutritious resident-centered dining experiences.
The Dietary Manager oversees all aspects of dietary services including staff leadership menu execution budgeting inventory and compliance with state federal and company standards. This role works closely with interdisciplinary teams and Registered Dietitians to support resident health satisfaction and quality of life.
Dietary Manager Food Service Director Nutrition Services Manager Food Service Manager or Dining Services Manager.
- Supervise dietary staff including hiring onboarding training and performance evaluations
- Ensure compliance with state and federal dietary regulations company policies and ASI standards
- Plan and oversee meal preparation based on dietitian-approved menus
- Maintain departmental budgets manage inventory and order food and supplies
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support resident-centered care
- Uphold sanitation infection control and food safety standards
- Participate in resident care planning and coordinate with Registered Dietitians
- Communicate professionally with inspectors surveyors and regulatory agencies
- Support continuous improvement in dining services and resident satisfaction
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous experience in dietary management meal planning and foodservice operations
- Dietary managerial experience in a healthcare or skilled nursing setting preferred
- ServSafe Certification or equivalent preferred (or willingness to obtain shortly after hire)
- Knowledge of HIPAA OSHA and applicable state and federal regulations
- Strong leadership organization and communication skills
- Stand sit walk and change positions frequently
- Lift or carry up to 25 lbs.; push and pull up to 50 lbs.
- Reach balance kneel stoop and bend as needed
- Follow all safety policies including use of carts for moving items
- Wear skid-resistant supportive footwear to prevent slips and falls
- Use protective hand equipment when handling knives sharp objects and hot surfaces
- Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation
- Participate in company drug testing procedures
This role operates in a professional kitchen and foodservice environment utilizing stoves dishwashers refrigerators coolers and other equipment. The environment is indoors with adequate lighting and ventilation.
Join Americare Senior Living and lead dining services that support resident health safety and quality of life in our Skilled Nursing community.
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