Certified Dietary Manager

Healthcare Services Group • Seattle, WA

399d • $69,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Dietary Manager at Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is responsible for leading the dining department at a long-term care facility. This role focuses on ensuring high food quality standards, managing inventory, maintaining food safety, and providing excellent customer service. The manager will oversee the food service program, adhere to regulations, and support the food service team to deliver quality dining services while positively impacting the community.

Requirements

• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification required.
• Associate's degree or higher in food service management or hospitality preferred.
• Two years of experience in quantity food production/service and personnel supervision preferred.
• Must obtain Food Protection Manager (FPM) certification within the first 14 days of employment.
• Must obtain Food Service Manager (FSM) and Long-Term Care Food Service (LTC-FSM) certifications within the first 60 days of employment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift/carry a maximum of 50 pounds and perform routine tasks continuously.
• Basic computer skills for maintaining records and completing reports.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a long-term care facility setting.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the food service program at a single site, ensuring high food quality standards and customer service.
• Manage inventory and maintain food safety protocols in compliance with regulations.
• Lead and support the food service team to meet quality and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records of income, expenditures, food supplies, personnel, and equipment using HCSG software.
• Conduct staff training, quality control, and in-service sessions; perform roles of dietary aide, cook, and dishwasher as needed.
• Communicate directives from client managers and administrators to HCSG staff effectively.
• Ensure safe mixing and use of cleaning solutions and report equipment needs or malfunctions promptly.
• Follow infection control, universal precautions, and handwashing procedures to maintain a sanitary environment.
• Maintain consistent attendance, punctuality, and timely completion of tasks.
• Represent HCSG positively through courteous interactions with supervisors, co-workers, client staff, residents, and guests.

Benefits

• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Employee discount

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: Associate degree