Assistant Dietary Manager

Tenn State Veterans Homes Board•Cleveland, TN

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Dietary Manager supports the Dietary Manager in overseeing daily food service operations to ensure that residents of the veterans nursing home receive safe, nutritious, and appetizing meals in accordance with physician orders, regulatory standards, and facility policies. The role includes supervisory responsibilities, participation in menu and meal service planning, and collaboration with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to support resident-centered care.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of one to two years of experience in institutional food service, preferably in a long-term care, skilled nursing, or hospital setting
Knowledge of long-term care dietary regulations, therapeutic diets, and safe food handling practices
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry food, equipment, and supplies as required
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

Nice To Haves

Additional coursework in nutrition, hospitality, or food service management preferred
Prior supervisory or lead experience in a kitchen or dietary department strongly preferred
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with veterans, families, staff, and surveyors

Responsibilities

Overseeing daily food service operations
Ensuring residents receive safe, nutritious, and appetizing meals
Adhering to physician orders, regulatory standards, and facility policies
Supervisory responsibilities
Participating in menu and meal service planning
Collaborating with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to support resident-centered care