Dietary Manager

Lynchburg, VA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $18.50 - $29.50

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Life insurance

short-term disability

long-term disability

Job Description

Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is a new and emerging 72-bed behavioral health facility set to open in 2026. It operates under Lifepoint Health, a nationally recognized and diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities across 29 states. Lifepoint Health prides itself on its mission of making communities healthier by providing outstanding care through a broad spectrum of services including acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities. By becoming part of the Centra Behavioral Health Hospital team, you will be joining an organization deeply committed to compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals experiencing a wide range of mental health challenges. This new facility is built from the ground up with the latest equipment and technology to support high-quality, patient-centered care in a comfortable and supportive environment.

The Dietary Manager role at Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is a critical leadership position responsible for overseeing the dietary services with a focus on quality, safety, and compliance. Scheduled for full-time day shifts, this role involves maintaining menu cycles according to established dietary and food cost guidelines, collaborating closely with Registered Dietitians to meet patients' specific nutritional requirements. The Dietary Manager ensures proper food labeling, storage, sanitation, and safety procedures aligned with health department regulations. They are tasked with maintaining accurate HACCP programs, verifying food temperatures, and ensuring meals adhere to portion controls and maintain high standards of taste and appearance. This position requires someone who can manage dietary staff schedules, maintain a clean and safe work environment, and demonstrate exemplary customer service by interacting warmly and professionally with patients and fellow staff. Working in this role means contributing to a dynamic healthcare team in a brand-new hospital setting that values professional development, financial protection, and employee well-being. Centra Behavioral Health Hospital offers competitive compensation along with comprehensive benefits including multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance, 401(k) matching, wellness programs, and opportunities for career advancement. Joining this team means being part of a mission-driven organization that values diversity, inclusion, and the importance of fostering meaningful, impactful careers while making a difference in the community. You will play an essential role in supporting the dietary needs of behavioral health patients by ensuring nutrition services are delivered with compassion and professionalism in a cutting-edge facility dedicated to patient health and recovery.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Previous management experience in food service
Valid driver’s license
Favorable Motor Vehicle Report
Proof of insurance when using own auto
Ability to work flexible hours
Food Safety or Sanitation certification preferred

Job Qualifications

High school diploma, GED or combination of education and relevant work experience preferred
Previous management experience in food service
Hospital experience preferred
Valid driver’s license
Favorable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
Proof of insurance when using own auto
Food Safety or Sanitation certification preferred
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Attention to detail
Ability to work flexible hours

Job Duties

Maintain rotating menu following established dietary and food cost guidelines in collaboration with Registered Dietitians for specific patient needs
Keep and rotate food and consumables stored per health department and hospital guidelines
Ensure food is properly labeled and dated per established guidelines for food safety
Maintain accurate HACCP programs and check food temperatures from delivery through consumption
Ensure department practices sanitation and food safety guidelines for appropriate food handling procedures including use of service utensils and gloves
Order supplies within established budgets
Ensure meals are prepared in accordance to menu cycle and daily production sheet, providing attention to attractiveness and taste of meals
Adhere to portion controls and over or under production
Interact with patients and staff in the serving line, offering assistance of a nutritionally balanced meal and serving as a role model for customer service
Personally assist in cleaning and ensure staff accurately follows all posted cleaning schedules and procedures
Ensure equipment is well maintained and clean
Make dietary staff schedules based on hospital census and rotate weekends for all staff including self
Perform other duties as assigned