The California Department of Health has issued a new All Facilities Letter addressing the difficulty healthcare facilities face in finding qualified staff for dietary service supervisor positions. The letter states that facilities in substantial compliance with Dietary Services Federal and State Regulations may submit requests for program flexibility for individuals who are Certified Dietary Managers or have five years of experience as a dietary service supervisor. Requests must include the individual's name and either verification of certification as a dietary manager or evidence of five years of employment as a dietary service supervisor. This change aims to expand the qualified candidate workforce pool for healthcare facilities struggling to fill these positions. Facilities must submit their requests to the California Department of Public Health Licensing and Certification Program. Non-compliance may result in potential consequences for affected healthcare facilities.

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