Certified Dietary Manager(CDM)

Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) / Dietary Director - Full-Time
Gateway Post Acute - Porterville, CA
Salary Range: $71,000-$71,500/year BOE
+ Performance Incentive Bonus
Join a Team That Nourishes Care and Excellence

Gateway Post Acute is seeking an experienced and motivated Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) to lead our dietary department. This is a key leadership role focused on delivering high-quality nutrition services while ensuring compliance, efficiency, and resident satisfaction.
Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary
• Performance Incentive Bonus
• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Supportive leadership and team culture
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Employee appreciation programs

General Purpose

The Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department, including meal planning, food preparation, and service delivery. This role ensures meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to meet each resident's needs in accordance with physician orders, approved menus, and regulatory standards. The director also manages staff, maintains budget compliance, and collaborates with other departments to support resident well-being.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Direct and participate in meal preparation and service to ensure quality, safety, and compliance
• Maintain food quality, portion control, and adherence to physician-ordered diets
• Manage departmental budget, control costs, and oversee ordering of food and supplies
• Plan and coordinate special meals for holidays and events
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate dietary staff, including disciplinary actions as needed
• Ensure proper food storage, sanitation, and infection control practices
• Process diet orders and maintain accurate diet cards and resident records
• Assess resident nutritional needs, preferences, and risks; complete required documentation
• Prepare and manage staff schedules
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment
• Conduct routine inspections and audits of dietary services
• Collaborate with nursing, activities, and interdisciplinary teams
• Participate in QA and IDT meetings
• Provide in-service education and staff training
• Investigate workplace incidents and implement corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information
• Engage with residents to support satisfaction and nutritional care
• Communicate menu changes with the Dietitian and document accordingly

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage dietary staff, including scheduling, training, performance evaluations, and regulatory compliance

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Graduate of an approved Dietary Manager program (CDM certification required)
• Minimum one year of experience in a long-term care dietary department preferred
• Experience with PointClickCare (PCC) preferred
• Must maintain required continuing education and remain in good standing with regulatory agencies

Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities
• Knowledge of dietary regulations and long-term care standards
• Ability to manage budgets and control costs effectively

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, pushing, and pulling
• Occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Frequent use of senses including sight, hearing, taste, and smell

Work Environment

• Skilled nursing facility setting
• Kitchen and food service environment
• Low to moderate noise levels

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Gateway Post Acute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification in accordance with applicable laws.