Regional Dietary Manager State Veterans Homes

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Regional Dietary Manager – State Veterans Homes

STGi is seeking qualified candidates for this position in connection with an active Request for Proposals (RFP). Hiring for this role is contingent upon STGi’s selection as the successful awardee.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Regional Dietary Manager provides leadership and oversight of food service and nutrition operations across multiple long-term care facilities within an assigned region. This role ensures high-quality, resident-centered dining services, regulatory compliance, food safety, and consistent implementation of organizational standards while supporting facility dietary managers and interdisciplinary teams. Travel is required and is e xtensive throughout assigned region.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Nutrition & Food Service Operations

• Oversee dietary and food service operations across multiple long-term care facilities

• Ensure meals meet residents’ nutritional needs, preferences, cultural considerations, and physician-ordered diets

• Promote resident-centered dining and quality of life initiatives

• Monitor food quality, presentation, portion control, and service standards

Regulatory Compliance & Food Safety

• Ensure compliance with CMS regulations, state health department requirements, and applicable F-Tags

• Ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation standards, including HACCP, ServSafe , and infection prevention protocols

• Support survey readiness, mock surveys, and corrective action plans related to dietary services

Leadership & Staff Development

• Provide coaching, support, and oversight to facility Dietary Managers and food service staff

• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management

• Promote ongoing education related to nutrition, food safety, and resident-centered care

Budgeting & Cost Control

• Monitor food and supply costs; support budget development and cost containment strategies

• Review purchasing practices, inventory controls, and vendor utilization

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency while maintaining quality

Menu Development & Quality Improvement

• Support menu planning to ensure nutritional adequacy, variety, and compliance with regulations

• Review modified diets, therapeutic menus, and texture-modified foods

• Analyze satisfaction data, grievances, and quality metrics to drive improvements

Collaboration & Communication

• Partner with Administrators, Nursing, Speech Therapy, Dietitians, and Infection Prevention teams

• Participate in QAPI, IDT, and care planning meetings as appropriate

• Serve as a regional resource for dietary operations and issue resolution