Assistant Dietary Manager

Tutera Senior Living and Health Care

Assistant Dietary Manager in Tutera Senior Living executing dietary functions and providing nutritionally appropriate food to residents. Supporting the Dietary Manager and ensuring health standards for residents.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timePekin • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the Dietary Manager in planning, directing, controlling, and supervising functions and personnel within the dietary department.
Safely and efficiently provide nutritionally appropriate food to residents for the purpose of maintaining and enhancing their overall health.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A fire and passion for working with seniors
A flexible, fun, and energetic personality
High school diploma, or equivalent, required
Trained as a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), Certified Food Protection Professional (CFPP), or a Dietetic Technician, registered (DTR) highly preferred
Prior dietary supervisory experience in a LTC/SNF/AL/MC setting required
Certification in food safety, as required by state regulations
Professional image in both appearance and behavior
Excellent written and oral communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Advanced Pay
Financial Literacy Classes
Employee Assistance Program offering Mental Health Resources, Legal Guidance, Financial Information, and more!
Child Care Discount
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) for Eligible Locations
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Exclusive Tutera Perks
Tutera University Advancement Opportunities

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Soft Skills

flexible personalityfun personalityenergetic personalityexcellent written communication skillsexcellent oral communication skills

Certifications

Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)Certified Food Protection Professional (CFPP)Dietetic Technician, registered (DTR)food safety certification