Dietary Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Atrium Centers is a 100% employee-owned organization where compassionate care and teamwork make a meaningful difference every day. As a Dietary Manager , you’ll lead a vital department that directly impacts resident health, satisfaction, and quality of life through nutritious, high-quality meals and excellent service.

Be a light — to residents, families, and your fellow team members.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee daily dietary operations including meal preparation, service, and sanitation

• Supervise, schedule, and manage dietary team members, ensuring quality and compliance

• Develop and implement menus that meet nutritional guidelines and resident needs

• Ensure compliance with physician-ordered diets, texture modifications, and special dietary requirements

• Monitor food quality, presentation, portion control, and resident satisfaction

• Enforce sanitation, infection control, and safety standards in accordance with regulations

• Manage inventory, purchasing, food costs, and departmental budget

• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation for regulatory compliance

• Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to support resident care plans

• Participate in surveys, audits, and quality improvement initiatives

• Address resident and family concerns related to dietary services in a timely, professional manner

What You Bring

• ServSafe Certification — required

• High School diploma required; Dietary Manager course or related education preferred

• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in long-term care or healthcare setting

• 1–3 years of cooking experience in long-term care preferred

• Strong knowledge of dietary regulations, food safety, and sanitation standards

• Experience with budgeting, inventory management, and cost control

• Demonstrated success with state surveys and regulatory compliance

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong leadership, organization, and team-building abilities

• Positive, dependable, and team-focused attitude

• Excellent attendance and reliability

Benefits

• 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) + 401(k) matching

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

• Tuition Reimbursement to support career growth

• Atrium Centers Discount Program (travel, electronics, wellness, automotive & more)

Why Atrium Centers

“Our mission is to serve as a bright light in the lives of our residents and families by delivering compassionate, quality care in the communities they call home.”

Built on Compassion, Community, and Clinical Excellence , Atrium Centers provides a supportive environment where leadership matters and your impact is felt every day.

If you’re a motivated dietary leader ready to make a meaningful difference, we invite you to apply today.