DIETARY MANAGER

PRIORITY MANAGEMENT • Austin, TX

66d • Onsite

About The Position

Brush Country Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Dietary Manager to lead dietary services in a skilled nursing and long-term care environment. The Dietary Manager oversees planning, implementation, and supervision of dietary operations to ensure residents receive nutritious, balanced meals tailored to their health needs. The role supports a positive team culture, health and wellness, and high standards of food safety and quality. The position provides an opportunity to contribute to residents’ well-being through nutrition management and compassionate care.

Requirements

• Proven management experience in a dietary department or healthcare setting with supervisory responsibilities.
• Extensive knowledge of nutritional requirements in skilled and long-term care, physiology, dietetics principles, and care-plan development.
• Hands-on experience with patient assessment techniques, diagnostic evaluation processes related to nutritional status, and tube-feeding procedures.
• Strong background in budget management, food safety protocols, and regulatory compliance standards.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to motivate teams and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Familiarity with health-coaching strategies to promote healthy eating habits among residents.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in dietary department operations within assisted living or long-term care facilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee resident care plans incorporating dietary needs, medical conditions, and personal preferences.
• Supervise dietary department staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
• Coordinate with healthcare professionals on patient assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and monitoring nutritional status.
• Manage food preparation and menu planning in line with dietary guidelines and budget constraints while ensuring meals are varied and appealing.
• Conduct quality assurance checks of food safety practices, sanitation standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Educate residents on nutrition choices that support well-being and recovery goals.
• Monitor departmental budgets, control costs, and optimize resource allocation while maintaining quality.
• Oversee preparation of reports on dietary services performance, resident satisfaction, and compliance audits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed