The Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department to ensure meals are safe, nutritious, and meet individual resident needs according to physician orders and regulatory standards
Job Summary
The Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department to ensure meals are safe, nutritious, and meet individual resident needs according to physician orders and regulatory standards.
This role includes managing staff, maintaining budget compliance, coordinating with other departments, and ensuring ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
The position requires participation in quality assurance and interdisciplinary team meetings and involves presenting educational programs for dietary staff.
Matching Summary
The Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department to ensure meals are safe, nutritious, and meet individual resident needs according to physician orders and regulatory standards.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
dietary department management
meal planning and preparation
staff supervision and training
budget management and cost control
food safety and regulatory compliance
nutritional assessment and documentation
Nice-to-have
knowledge of PCC software
quality assurance participation
interdisciplinary team coordination
in-service education presentation
workplace injury investigation
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