Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) | Vasona Creek Healthcare

Salary: $62, 000 - $70, 000 annually + Full Benefits Package

Location: Los Gatos, CA (Vasona Creek Healthcare)

About the Role

Vasona Creek Healthcare is seeking a highly skilled Certified Dietary Manager to lead our food service department. This is a critical leadership role responsible for the nutritional well-being of our residents. You will oversee all kitchen operations, ensure strict regulatory compliance, and lead a team dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centered dining experiences in a skilled nursing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operations Leadership: Direct daily dietary services, including menu implementation, food procurement, and high-standard meal preparation.
• Regulatory Mastery: Ensure the department remains "survey-ready" at all times, maintaining full compliance with CDPH, CMS, and local health department regulations.
• Clinical Integration: Work alongside the Registered Dietitian to ensure physician-ordered therapeutic diets are accurately followed and resident nutritional profiles are maintained.
• Staff Management: Lead the recruitment, onboarding, and continuous training of dietary staff; manage scheduling to ensure optimal department performance.
• Quality & Safety: Oversee sanitation protocols, equipment maintenance, and budget management to ensure a safe, efficient, and cost-effective kitchen.

Qualifications

• Certification: Current Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), Certified Food Protection Professional (CFPP) credential is required.
• Experience: Proven experience in a Dietary Manager or leadership role within a skilled nursing or long-term care facility.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Expert-level understanding of Title 22 and federal healthcare food service standards.
• Leadership: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate a diverse team and communicate effectively with residents and families.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $62, 000 - $70, 000 base salary.
• Full Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Time Off: Paid holidays and a generous PTO accrual plan.
• Future Planning: 401(k) retirement options.
• Support: A collaborative environment with a leadership team that values the dietary department's impact on resident health.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)