The Dietary Director ensures meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to meet each resident’s individual needs in accordance with physician orders and regulatory standards
Job Summary
The Dietary Director ensures meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to meet each resident’s individual needs in accordance with physician orders and regulatory standards.
This role involves managing dietary staff, maintaining budget compliance, and coordinating with other departments to support resident well-being and satisfaction.
The work environment is generally low to moderate noise with reasonable accommodations available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Matching Summary
The Dietary Director ensures meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to meet each resident’s individual needs in accordance with physician orders and regulatory standards.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Dietary department management
Meal planning and preparation
Food safety and sanitation compliance
Staff hiring and supervision
Budget management and cost control
Coordination with nursing and activities departments
Nice-to-have
Knowledge of PCC software
Quality Assurance and Interdisciplinary Team participation
In-service education program delivery
Workplace injury investigation and corrective action
Key Requirements
Graduate of approved dietary manager’s course
Minimum one year long-term care dietary experience preferred
Continuing education and licensing maintenance
Good standing with Department of Public Health License and Certification Division