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 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 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
budget management and cost control
staff hiring and supervision
compliance with food safety regulations
nutritional assessment and documentation
Nice-to-have
knowledge of PCC software
participation in interdisciplinary teams
in-service education program delivery
quality assurance involvement
Key Requirements
Graduate of approved dietary manager’s course
Minimum one year long-term care dietary experience preferred
Maintain continuing education and licensing
Good standing with Department of Public Health License and Certification Division