{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f1ff61ba19d73b9750af7c34","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f1ff61ba19d73b9750af7c34","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f1ff61ba19d73b9750af7c34","title":"CDM","description":"CDM\n\nCDM\n\nPosition Name\n\nZest Culinary Services\n\nCompany\n\nAt a Glance\n\nHere is some basic information about this Position:\n\nPosition Location\n\nFlowood, MS\n\nJob Type\n\nFull Time\n\nRemote Type\n\nOnsite\n\nJob Description\n\nCertified Dietary Manager (CDM)\nLocation: Flowood, MS\nJob Type: Full-Time Position\nSummary\nThe Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) is responsible for directing and coordinating the daily operations of the Dietary Department. This position ensures residents receive safe, nutritious, and appetizing meals while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including Mississippi Department of Health requirements and CMS standards. The CDM works collaboratively with the Registered Dietitian, nursing staff, physicians, and other departments to promote optimal resident nutrition and satisfaction.\nEssential Responsibilities\nManage daily foodservice operations, including meal production and service.\nSupervise, train, schedule, and evaluate dietary staff.\nEnsure compliance with food safety, sanitation, infection control, and HACCP standards.\nMonitor food quality, temperature, portion control, and presentation.\nAssist with menu planning, therapeutic diets, and resident food preferences in collaboration with the Registered Dietitian.\nProcess diet orders and ensure accurate meal service according to physician orders.\nMaintain food and supply inventory; order products within budget guidelines.\nConduct routine kitchen inspections and implement corrective actions as needed.\nParticipate in resident care planning, Quality Assurance (QAPI), and interdisciplinary team meetings.\nMaintain department records, including sanitation logs, temperature logs, inventory, and staffing documentation.\nPrepare for and participate in state and federal surveys.\nPromote excellent customer service for residents, families, and staff.\nEnsure compliance with all company policies and applicable healthcare regulations.\n\nQualifications\nCurrent Certified Dietary Manager (CDM, CFPP) credential in good standing.\nHigh school diploma or GED required; associate degree in nutrition, foodservice management, or related field preferred.\nMinimum of two years of foodservice management experience, preferably in long-term care, rehabilitation, or healthcare.\nKnowledge of CMS regulations, food safety standards, and therapeutic diets.\nStrong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office and dietary management software preferred.\n\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to stand and walk for extended periods.\nFrequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.\nAbility to work in hot, cold, and humid kitchen environments.\nAbility to bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive tasks.\n\nBenefits\n\nOur company is proud to offer the following benefits to our employees:\n\nMilestone Service Awards\nAccess to Pay During the Pay Period\nEmployee Assistance Fund\nPaid Holidays\nHealth Insurance\n401k with Employer Match\nPaid Time Off (PTO)\nDental Insurance\nVision Insurance\nLife Insurance\nDisability Insurance","company":"Zest Culinary Services","rawCompany":"zest culinary services","city":"Flowood","state":"MS","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-05T16:13:07.106Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9051.00","title":"Food Service Managers","slug":"food-service-managers"},{"code":"35-1012.00","title":"First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers","slug":"first-line-supervisors-of-food-preparation-and-serving-workers"},{"code":"29-1031.00","title":"Dietitians and Nutritionists","slug":"dietitians-and-nutritionists"}],"industries":[{"code":"722310","title":"Food Service Contractors","slug":"food-service-contractors"},{"code":"623990","title":"Other Residential Care Facilities","slug":"other-residential-care-facilities"},{"code":"623110","title":"Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)","slug":"nursing-care-facilities-skilled-nursing-facilities"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"CDM","description":"CDM\n\nCDM\n\nPosition Name\n\nZest Culinary Services\n\nCompany\n\nAt a Glance\n\nHere is some basic information about this Position:\n\nPosition Location\n\nFlowood, MS\n\nJob Type\n\nFull Time\n\nRemote Type\n\nOnsite\n\nJob Description\n\nCertified Dietary Manager (CDM)\nLocation: Flowood, MS\nJob Type: Full-Time Position\nSummary\nThe Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) is responsible for directing and coordinating the daily operations of the Dietary Department. 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The CDM works collaboratively with the Registered Dietitian, nursing staff, physicians, and other departments to promote optimal resident nutrition and satisfaction.\nEssential Responsibilities\nManage daily foodservice operations, including meal production and service.\nSupervise, train, schedule, and evaluate dietary staff.\nEnsure compliance with food safety, sanitation, infection control, and HACCP standards.\nMonitor food quality, temperature, portion control, and presentation.\nAssist with menu planning, therapeutic diets, and resident food preferences in collaboration with the Registered Dietitian.\nProcess diet orders and ensure accurate meal service according to physician orders.\nMaintain food and supply inventory; order products within budget guidelines.\nConduct routine kitchen inspections and implement corrective actions as needed.\nParticipate in resident care planning, Quality Assurance (QAPI), and interdisciplinary team meetings.\nMaintain department records, including sanitation logs, temperature logs, inventory, and staffing documentation.\nPrepare for and participate in state and federal surveys.\nPromote excellent customer service for residents, families, and staff.\nEnsure compliance with all company policies and applicable healthcare regulations.\n\nQualifications\nCurrent Certified Dietary Manager (CDM, CFPP) credential in good standing.\nHigh school diploma or GED required; associate degree in nutrition, foodservice management, or related field preferred.\nMinimum of two years of foodservice management experience, preferably in long-term care, rehabilitation, or healthcare.\nKnowledge of CMS regulations, food safety standards, and therapeutic diets.\nStrong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office and dietary management software preferred.\n\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to stand and walk for extended periods.\nFrequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.\nAbility to work in hot, cold, and humid kitchen environments.\nAbility to bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive tasks.\n\nBenefits\n\nOur company is proud to offer the following benefits to our employees:\n\nMilestone Service Awards\nAccess to Pay During the Pay Period\nEmployee Assistance Fund\nPaid Holidays\nHealth Insurance\n401k with Employer Match\nPaid Time Off (PTO)\nDental Insurance\nVision Insurance\nLife Insurance\nDisability Insurance","datePosted":"2026-08-05T16:13:07.106Z","dateModified":"2026-08-05T16:13:07.106Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Zest Culinary Services","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Flowood","addressRegion":"MS","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"f1ff61ba19d73b9750af7c34"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f1ff61ba19d73b9750af7c34"}}