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 involves managing staff, maintaining budget compliance, coordinating with other departments, and promoting resident well-being and satisfaction.
The position requires conducting nutritional assessments, maintaining food quality, ensuring safety and sanitation, and participating in quality assurance and interdisciplinary team meetings.
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 hiring and supervision
Budget management and cost control
Food safety and regulatory compliance
Nutritional assessment and documentation
Nice-to-have
Coordination with nursing and activities departments
Quality Assurance and interdisciplinary team participation
In-service education program presentation
Workplace injury investigation and corrective action
Key Requirements
Graduate of approved dietary manager’s course
Minimum one year long-term care dietary experience preferred
Knowledge of PCC (PointClickCare) software preferred
Maintain continuing education and licensing
Good standing with Department of Public Health License and Certification Division