The Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department to ensure meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to meet residents’ individual needs
Job Summary
The Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department to ensure meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to meet residents’ individual needs.
This role involves managing staff, maintaining budget compliance, and coordinating with other departments to support resident well-being and satisfaction.
The position requires conducting nutritional assessments, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.
Matching Summary
The Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department to ensure meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to meet residents’ individual needs.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
meal planning and food preparation
dietary staff supervision and training
budget management and cost control
compliance with dietary regulations
nutritional assessment and documentation
Nice-to-have
coordination with nursing and activities departments
quality assurance and interdisciplinary team participation
in-service education program presentation
experience with PCC software
Key Requirements
Graduate of approved dietary manager’s course
Minimum one year experience in long-term care dietary department preferred
Maintain required continuing education and licensing
Good standing with Department of Public Health License and Certification Division