What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Dietary Manager/Kitchen Manager-Anthony position at Lutheran Homes Inc?
About Us
As an expression of Christ’s love, we serve individuals and their caregivers with compassion and respect for independence, wellness, and spiritual life. Our Dining Services team plays a vital role in that mission by providing nutritious meals, excellent hospitality, and individualized dietary support for every resident we serve.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager/CDM to lead our Dining Services Department. This role combines hands-on food service management with certified dietary manager responsibilities. The Kitchen Manager oversees daily kitchen operations, staff scheduling, and food preparation while also ensuring residents’ nutritional needs are assessed, documented, and supported in collaboration with our Dietitian.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage daily dining operations, ensuring meal quality, timeliness, and sanitation.
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Supervise, train, and mentor kitchen staff; create and maintain schedules.
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Prepare meals from scratch following standardized recipes.
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Conduct resident nutrition assessments, process MDS dietary sections, and update care plans.
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Monitor resident weights, labs, and food intake; report concerns to the Dietitian.
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Maintain compliance with Indiana State Board of Health and federal dietary regulations.
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Attend care plan meetings, food committee, and resident council.
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Support inventory management and cost controls.
Qualifications
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Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) required; Serv-Safe Certification preferred.
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2 years supervisory experience in food service management (healthcare preferred).
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Strong understanding of dietary regulations and care planning processes.
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Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
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Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.
Physical & Working Requirements
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Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk for extended periods, and work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
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Exposure to heat, wet/slippery floors, and healthcare facility conditions.
Why Join Us?
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Make a difference every day by supporting residents’ health and quality of life.
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Join a faith-based organization committed to its mission and LIFE Values: Leadership, Impact, Friendship, and Excellence.
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Opportunity to combine culinary leadership with clinical dietary expertise.