What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Manager position at Americare Senior Living?
Advance Your Clinical Career in Senior Living
Are you a nurse or clinical professional looking for a meaningful role in senior living or long-term care? At Americare, you’ll combine clinical excellence with compassionate care.
Who We Are
Grow your clinical career in senior living with Americare. Apply today.
Flexible schedule
Every other weekend
Extremely competitive starting wage
Sign on bonus
Your Role as the Dietary Manager
Skilled Nursing
Americare Senior Living is seeking an experienced and dedicated Dietary Manager to lead foodservice operations within our skilled nursing community. In this role, you’ll ensure regulatory compliance, high-quality meal service, and a safe, sanitary kitchen environment while delivering nutritious, resident-centered dining experiences.
Summary
The Dietary Manager oversees all aspects of dietary services, including staff leadership, menu execution, budgeting, inventory, and compliance with state, federal, and company standards. This role works closely with interdisciplinary teams and Registered Dietitians to support resident health, satisfaction, and quality of life.
This Role May Also Be Known As
Dietary Manager, Food Service Director, Nutrition Services Manager, Food Service Manager, or Dining Services Manager.
What You’ll Do
Qualifications
This role operates in a professional kitchen and foodservice environment, utilizing stoves, dishwashers, refrigerators, coolers, and other equipment. The environment is indoors with adequate lighting and ventilation.
Join Americare Senior Living and lead dining services that support resident health, safety, and quality of life in our Skilled Nursing community.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
Interested in Americare Senior Living but not ready to apply?
We understand that timing matters. Our Talent Network offers a simple way to stay connected, receive updates on dietary leadership and professional opportunities, and explore what’s next — with no pressure to apply.
Are you a nurse or clinical professional looking for a meaningful role in senior living or long-term care? At Americare, you’ll combine clinical excellence with compassionate care.
Who We Are
- Leading senior living and healthcare provider serving multiple states
- 40 years of experience in assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing
- Values-driven culture built on RISING: Respect
- Integrity
- Servant Heart
- Inspire
- Nurture
- Growth
- Nationally recognized workplace and care provider
- Deliver high-quality resident-centered clinical care
- Work with supportive leadership and collaborative care teams
- Opportunity to grow into leadership or specialty clinical roles
- Focus on quality outcomes, compliance, and patient safety
- Be part of a mission-driven organization that values your expertise
- Competitive compensation bonus opportunities (role dependent)
- Daily pay access
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
- Free meals during shifts
- Recognition programs and career advancement pathways
Grow your clinical career in senior living with Americare. Apply today.
Flexible schedule
Every other weekend
Extremely competitive starting wage
Sign on bonus
Your Role as the Dietary Manager
Skilled Nursing
Americare Senior Living is seeking an experienced and dedicated Dietary Manager to lead foodservice operations within our skilled nursing community. In this role, you’ll ensure regulatory compliance, high-quality meal service, and a safe, sanitary kitchen environment while delivering nutritious, resident-centered dining experiences.
Summary
The Dietary Manager oversees all aspects of dietary services, including staff leadership, menu execution, budgeting, inventory, and compliance with state, federal, and company standards. This role works closely with interdisciplinary teams and Registered Dietitians to support resident health, satisfaction, and quality of life.
This Role May Also Be Known As
Dietary Manager, Food Service Director, Nutrition Services Manager, Food Service Manager, or Dining Services Manager.
What You’ll Do
- Supervise dietary staff, including hiring, onboarding, training, and performance evaluations
- Ensure compliance with state and federal dietary regulations, company policies, and ASI standards
- Plan and oversee meal preparation based on dietitian-approved menus
- Maintain departmental budgets, manage inventory, and order food and supplies
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support resident-centered care
- Uphold sanitation, infection control, and food safety standards
- Participate in resident care planning and coordinate with Registered Dietitians
- Communicate professionally with inspectors, surveyors, and regulatory agencies
- Support continuous improvement in dining services and resident satisfaction
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous experience in dietary management, meal planning, and foodservice operations
- Dietary managerial experience in a healthcare or skilled nursing setting preferred
- ServSafe Certification or equivalent preferred (or willingness to obtain shortly after hire)
- Knowledge of HIPAA, OSHA, and applicable state and federal regulations
- Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills
- Stand, sit, walk, and change positions frequently
- Lift or carry up to 25 lbs.; push and pull up to 50 lbs.
- Reach, balance, kneel, stoop, and bend as needed
- Follow all safety policies, including use of carts for moving items
- Wear skid-resistant, supportive footwear to prevent slips and falls
- Use protective hand equipment when handling knives, sharp objects, and hot surfaces
- Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation
- Participate in company drug testing procedures
This role operates in a professional kitchen and foodservice environment, utilizing stoves, dishwashers, refrigerators, coolers, and other equipment. The environment is indoors with adequate lighting and ventilation.
Join Americare Senior Living and lead dining services that support resident health, safety, and quality of life in our Skilled Nursing community.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
Interested in Americare Senior Living but not ready to apply?
We understand that timing matters. Our Talent Network offers a simple way to stay connected, receive updates on dietary leadership and professional opportunities, and explore what’s next — with no pressure to apply.
- Join our Talent Network through our LinkedIn page: