The Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department, including meal planning, food preparation, and service delivery, ensuring meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to resident needs
Job Summary
The Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department, including meal planning, food preparation, and service delivery, ensuring meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to resident needs.
This role involves managing staff, maintaining budget compliance, and coordinating with other departments to support resident well-being and satisfaction.
Essential duties include directing meal preparation, managing department budget, planning special meals, hiring and training staff, and ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
Matching Summary
The Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department, including meal planning, food preparation, and service delivery, ensuring meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to resident needs.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Meal planning and preparation
Nutritional needs assessment
Budget management
Staff supervision and training
Food safety and sanitation
Regulatory compliance
Nice-to-have
Resident satisfaction
Interdisciplinary collaboration
In-service education
Key Requirements
Graduate of approved dietary manager's course
Minimum one year experience in long-term care dietary