The Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department to ensure meals are safe, nutritious, and meet individual resident needs in compliance with 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 in compliance with physician orders and regulatory standards.
This role includes managing staff, maintaining budget compliance, coordinating with nursing and activities departments, and conducting nutritional assessments to support resident well-being and satisfaction.
The position requires maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment, participating in quality assurance meetings, and ensuring ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Matching Summary
The Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department to ensure meals are safe, nutritious, and meet individual resident needs in compliance with physician orders and regulatory standards.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Dietary department management
Meal planning and preparation
Food safety and regulatory compliance
Staff hiring and supervision
Budget management and cost control
Nutritional assessment and documentation
Nice-to-have
Knowledge of PCC software
Interdisciplinary team coordination
In-service education presentation
Quality assurance participation
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