Meet Kris Waters, Certified Dietary Manager at Capri Health and Rehabilitation
Kris Waters, Certified Dietary Manager at Capri Health and Rehabilitation Center in Venice, made a career transition from a restaurant background into long term care during the COVID-19 pandemic, inspired by his mother’s career and the job security it offered. Starting as a cook, he quickly moved up to a managerial position within a year. Kris took the ServSafe and CDM classes to become certified and has never looked back. He loves the family-like atmosphere of working with residents and cherishes the personal connections he builds with them.
Kris focuses on fostering a positive team environment and creating systems that build strong attitudes and meet requirements. He values the importance of approaching residents with respect and ensuring that their food preferences are honored to enhance their day-to-day lives. Kris encourages others to consider long term care as a career, highlighting its stability, growth opportunities, and rewarding nature. His secret to success is leading his kitchen like a coach, making sure the team works together for smooth operations.
