Job Description

Title: Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) / Food Service Director

Location: Symphony Care Network

Status: Full Time

In order to be considered for this position candidate must hold food handlers' certificate and Certified Dietary Managers Certificate.

Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) / Food Service Director
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) / Food Service Director to oversee the daily operations of our dietary department in a skilled nursing facility. In this role, you will ensure the delivery of high-quality, nutritious meals that meet residents’ dietary needs, regulatory requirements, and personal preferences. The CDM will manage food service staff, maintain compliance with health and safety standards, and promote an organized, efficient kitchen environment that supports residents, staff, and visitors.

The Symphony difference is in the way we treat people, and we treat everyone (from guests to visitors to employees) like family. When you join the Symphony team, you’ll not only be caring for others, but become part of a compassionate family who cares for you too. At Symphony, we are caring, family-centered, authentic, knowledgeable, loving, and so much more. Come join the family!

Symphony Care Network is looking for high level culinary talent to bring the dining experience to new levels for our residents/guests. One of the most important part of their day is mealtime. It is a time to visit with others and enjoy a nutritious and flavorful meal. Our culinary staff is the key to making all that possible.
Essential Functions:

• Assists in development of policies and procedures, and menus, in charge of development of individualized job descriptions, cleaning schedules, and other dietary management tools.
• Assures that proper storage is available, and that handling of food and supplies complies with current guidelines.
• Processes new diet orders and diet changes when received from Nursing Service and keeps diet tray cards updated.
• Visits residents to do in-depth initial nutritional assessment and screening, explain diet, record food preferences, and promote a quality of food service. Visits at least one time per quarter.
• Evaluates work performance and gives periodic evaluations to dietary employees.
• Enforces established rules and regulations of the Facility and Dietary Department.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Must be available to work weekends and some holidays.
• Ability to effectively communicate with families, guests, and co-workers
• Promote a positive environment and teamwork approach
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills
• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks of others
• Hold your Food Handlers certificate

At Symphony Care Network, we understand that our employees work best when they are healthy, happy and excited about the here and now, as well as the future. For that reason, we offer a wide range of benefits with your well-being in mind, including:

• Competitive Wages that Increase for Years Licensed as Your Experience Counts with Us!
• Creative Scheduling Opportunities
• Receive Payment Faster through our Daily Pay Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-Term Disability Benefits for You & Your Family
• Employee Benefits Concierge – to Guide You in Maximizing Your Benefits
• Pet Insurance Option for Your Furry Friend
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation Days with Rollover Option
• Sick and Personal Time
• 401k Retirement with Company Match
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses