Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)

Job Description

Job Description

About Us:

Avondale Villa Post-Acute is proud to be a Five-Star, Medicare-certified, Avondale Villa is a 37-bed skilled nursing facility located in the heart of Livermore. It is part of the Villas Post-Acute and Senior Living community, serving local seniors.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly qualified and dedicated Certified Dietary Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of nutrition and dietary management, along with the necessary certification to excel in this vital role. The Certified Dietary Manager will be responsible for overseeing the dietary department, ensuring that residents receive nutritious meals that cater to their individual dietary needs and preferences.

Oversee meal preparation and service in adherence to dietary guidelines and regulations.

• Develop and implement menus tailored to residents with diverse dietary needs.

• Assess residents' nutritional needs in collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

• Ensure rigorous compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations.

• Manage dietary staff, including comprehensive responsibilities for hiring, training, and performance evaluations.

• Monitor food production to uphold stringent quality and presentation standards.

• Maintain accurate records of dietary services, inventory, and nutrient analysis.

Qualifications:

• Current certification as a Dietary Manager (CDM) from ANFP.

• Demonstrated experience in dietary management within a healthcare setting, preferably in a skilled nursing facility.

• Comprehensive knowledge of nutrition, dietary guidelines, and food service regulations.

• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with a proven ability to motivate and foster staff development.

• Superior organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail, enabling effective management of multiple tasks.

• Proficiency in utilizing dietary software and food service systems for menu planning and inventory control.

• Outstanding communication skills to facilitate effective collaboration with residents, families, and healthcare professionals.

What We Offer (Full-Time):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.

• Additional options like Accident Insurance and Hospitalization plans.

• Life and AD&D insurance included for full-time employees.

• 401(k) retirement savings.

• Paid time off: Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Paid orientation and training programs.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with flexibility as needed.