The Dietary Director ensures meals are safe, nutritious, and meet individual resident needs in accordance with physician orders and regulatory standards
Job Summary
The Dietary Director ensures meals are safe, nutritious, and meet individual resident needs in accordance with physician orders and regulatory standards.
This role involves managing dietary staff, maintaining budget compliance, and coordinating with nursing and activities departments to support resident well-being.
The position requires conducting nutritional assessments, maintaining food quality, and ensuring ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Matching Summary
The Dietary Director ensures meals are safe, nutritious, and meet individual resident needs in accordance with physician orders and regulatory standards.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Meal planning and food preparation
Dietary staff supervision and training
Budget management and cost control
Compliance with dietary regulations
Nutritional assessments and diet order processing
Food safety and sanitation practices
Nice-to-have
Knowledge of PCC software
Participation in Quality Assurance meetings
Interdisciplinary team coordination
In-service education program presentation
Key Requirements
Graduate of approved dietary manager’s course
Minimum one year long-term care dietary experience preferred
Maintain required continuing education and licensing
Good standing with Department of Public Health License and Certification Division