CERTIFIED Dietary Manager

Acadia Healthcare • Lancaster, SC

16d

About The Position

PURPOSE STATEMENT: Manage the daily operation of department(s) that prepare and serve food and beverages.

Requirements

• Knowledge of healthcare management principles, practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of healthcare food service operations.
• Strong knowledge of nutrition, food safety regulations, and dietary management practices.
• Ability to interpret established policies into operating procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with patients and staff.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team, ensuring high standards of service and compliance.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in dietary management in a healthcare setting

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement menus that meet the dietary requirements of patients, including therapeutic and modified diets, in collaboration with Registered Dietitian and healthcare providers.
• Monitor food production to ensure meals are prepared and served to maintain nutritional value in compliance with regulatory requirements and guidelines.
• Implement and monitor the strict sanitary requirements of the dietary department both of the physical facility and the proper care and handling of food.
• Oversee inventory control, ordering of food and supplies, and managing the dietary department’s budget to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Interview, hire, train and provide coaching for dietary staff.
• Set and monitor daily work schedules for all dietary staff.
• Manage the overall development and performance of dietary staff.
• Establish team member goals and conduct performance evaluations.
• Promote and manage the safety of team members and the work environment.
• Engage with patients to understand and accommodate their dietary needs, fostering a positive dining experience.
• Maintain accurate records of dietary services including meal counts, food temperatures, and compliance audits.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees