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 includes managing staff, maintaining budget compliance, coordinating with other departments, and supporting resident well-being and satisfaction.
The position requires conducting nutritional assessments, maintaining dietary records, and ensuring ongoing compliance with all 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 service
food safety and sanitation
staff hiring and supervision
budget management and cost control
compliance with dietary regulations
Nice-to-have
knowledge of PCC software
coordination with nursing and activities departments
quality assurance participation
in-service education presentation
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