Assistant Dietary Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Dietary Manager – Skilled Nursing Facility

Pay: $29.00–$31.00 per hour

Are you an experienced dietary professional ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a dedicated and organized Assistant Dietary Manager to support the daily operations of our dietary department and help ensure our residents receive nutritious, high-quality meals and excellent service.

This is a great opportunity for someone with Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or healthcare dietary experience who wants to grow into a leadership role.

As the Assistant Dietary Manager, you will work closely with the Dietary Manager to support the department and ensure efficient, compliant, and resident-focused operations.

• Assist with the daily operations of the dietary department

• Support the Dietary Manager with staff scheduling, assignments, and department coverage

• Help supervise, train, and mentor dietary staff

• Ensure meals are prepared and served according to residents' dietary needs and physician orders

• Assist with menu planning and special dietary requirements

• Work closely with nursing staff, dietitians, and facility leadership

• Help maintain compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations

• Assist with documentation, audits, quality assurance, and dietary records

• Monitor food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards

• Help maintain adequate food supplies and support inventory management

• Address resident concerns and help ensure a positive dining experience

• Provide department leadership and support when the Dietary Manager is unavailable

• Previous experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility or healthcare dietary setting required

• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred

• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills

• Knowledge of food safety, nutrition, sanitation, and healthcare dietary requirements

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

• ServSafe certification preferred

• CDM certification is not required

• Willingness and ability to work toward obtaining Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification is strongly preferred

• Competitive pay: $29.00–$31.00 per hour

• Supportive leadership team

• Opportunity to grow into a higher-level dietary leadership role

• Professional development opportunities

• Resident-centered work environment

• Work alongside an experienced Dietary Manager and healthcare team

• Join a facility recognized for its commitment to quality care

You don't have to be a CDM today to be successful in this role. We are looking for someone with the right healthcare dietary experience, leadership potential, and willingness to pursue CDM certification .

If you're ready to take the next step in your dietary career and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents, we want to hear from you!

2026 AHCA Bronze Quality Award Recipient

Join a team recognized nationally for its commitment to quality care, leadership development, and continuous improvement.