The Dietary Director ensures meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to meet each resident’s individual needs while managing the dietary department effectively
Job Summary
The Dietary Director ensures meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to meet each resident’s individual needs while managing the dietary department effectively.
This role involves supervising dietary staff, maintaining budget compliance, and coordinating with other departments to support resident well-being and satisfaction.
The position requires adherence to all federal, state, and local regulations and promotes quality food service through nutritional assessments and staff education.
Matching Summary
The Dietary Director ensures meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to meet each resident’s individual needs while managing the dietary department effectively.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
dietary department management
meal planning and preparation
budget and cost control
staff hiring and supervision
regulatory compliance
food safety and sanitation
nutritional assessment
Nice-to-have
knowledge of PCC software
quality assurance participation
interdisciplinary team coordination
in-service education programs
workplace injury investigation
Key Requirements
Graduate of approved dietary manager’s course
Minimum one year long-term care dietary experience preferred
Must maintain continuing education and licensing
Good standing with Department of Public Health License and Certification Division