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 staff, maintaining budget compliance, and coordinating with other departments to support resident well-being and satisfaction.
The position requires conducting nutritional assessments, maintaining dietary records, 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
staff hiring and supervision
budget management and cost control
food safety and regulatory compliance
Nice-to-have
coordination with nursing and activities departments
quality assurance participation
in-service education program delivery
experience with PCC software
Key Requirements
Graduate of approved dietary manager’s course
Minimum one year long-term care dietary experience preferred
Knowledge of PCC software preferred
Maintain continuing education and licensing
Good standing with Department of Public Health License and Certification Division