Dietary Manager

UHS • Washington, DC

1d

About The Position

Psychiatric Institute of Washington (PIW) is seeking a Dietary Manager to lead its dietary services team. The manager oversees daily kitchen operations, supervises food service staff, and ensures the preparation and delivery of safe, nutritious, high-quality meals for patients and staff. The role calls for an experienced food service professional with leadership and operational skills and a commitment to food safety, quality, and patient-centered service.

The Dietary Manager maintains efficient kitchen operations, supports and develops the team, and ensures patients receive meals suited to their individual nutritional needs. The position collaborates with dietitians and other healthcare professionals on menus and patient dietary requirements, and works with patients, staff, and hospital leadership to address concerns and improve service quality.

PIW is a 130-bed behavioral healthcare facility serving children, adolescents, and adults in the Washington, D.C. community. The posting describes this as a full-time position. Benefits may be available subject to employment status, scheduled hours, position, location, and applicable plan requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years of related food service or kitchen operations experience.
• Food Handler Management Certification.
• CPR/BLS Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Experience supervising kitchen personnel and coordinating daily food service operations.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, food preparation, and menu planning.
• Experience managing inventory, purchasing, and departmental budgets.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, healthcare professionals, and vendors.

Nice To Haves

• Vocational or technical training in culinary arts, food service management, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, meal service, and food quality.
• Lead, train, schedule, and evaluate food service staff, promoting teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with dietitians and healthcare professionals to develop nutritious menus and accommodate patients’ dietary requirements, restrictions, and preferences.
• Manage food inventory, purchasing, vendor relationships, and departmental budgets while minimizing waste and maintaining cost-effective operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, infection prevention, and applicable health regulations through inspections and quality monitoring.
• Maintain consistent meal preparation and service standards, ensuring meals are prepared accurately and delivered on time.
• Provide staff education, training, and guidance on food preparation, sanitation, and departmental procedures.
• Partner with patients, staff, and hospital leadership to address dietary concerns, improve service quality, and support a positive patient experience.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Additional insurance coverage, such as life insurance, disability insurance, and pet insurance
• Pre-tax Metro SmartTrip benefits
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Program
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED