Dietary Services Manager (DSM)

Care Initiatives • Marshalltown, IA

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About The Position

The Dietary Services Manager oversees the daily operations of the dietary department in a skilled nursing community. The role ensures residents receive nutritious meals that follow physicians’ orders, dietary restrictions, and individualized care plans, while supporting resident nutritional needs and satisfaction in collaboration with other departments. The manager supervises and supports the dietary team and manages food ordering, inventory, budgeting, and cost controls.

Requirements

• Documented completion of a State-approved Food Services Supervisor Course.
• Demonstrated skills in quantity food preparation and service.
• Willingness to complete training in food safety, sanitation, and modified diets.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Food Protection Manager certification.
• ServSafe® certification.
• Experience in a healthcare dietary setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily dietary department operations, including meal preparation, service, sanitation, and staffing.
• Ensure residents receive nutritious meals consistent with physicians’ orders, dietary restrictions, and individualized care plans.
• Supervise, coach, and support dietary team members to promote quality service and teamwork.
• Manage food ordering, inventory, budgeting, and cost controls for efficient department operations.
• Collaborate with other department teams to support residents’ nutritional needs and satisfaction.

Benefits

• Competitive wage.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefit options for eligible employees.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Referral bonus program.
• Tuition reimbursement and company-paid training and education.
• Digital wallet access to earned pay.

What This Job Offers

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