Patient Dining Services Manager

Aura Health
Aura Health

Full-time

Mississippi, USA

Posted on Oct 4, 2026
We are seeking a Patient Dining Services Manager to lead the patient food service team in a 150-bed acute care facility.

Key Responsibilities Include

  • Establishing and implementing patient food service goals based on medical directives and patient needs
  • Hiring, training, coaching, and developing team members
  • Ensuring compliance with dietary restrictions and meeting patient preferences within diet guidelines
  • Achieving patient satisfaction goals and participating in quality assurance programs
  • Adhering to regulatory standards, confidentiality, and patient rights policies

Qualifications

  • Associate degree with one year of food service experience, or bachelor’s in food service management or related field
  • Preferred certifications: Certified Dietary Manager, Registered Diet Technician, or Registered Dietitian
  • Experience in food service management, preferably in an acute care setting
  • ServSafe® certification is desirable
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, electronic medical records, and diet management systems

Key skills include leadership, communication, regulatory compliance, and a focus on patient satisfaction.