The Dietary Director ensures that meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to meet each resident’s individual needs in accordance with physician orders, approved menus, and regulatory standards
Job Summary
The Dietary Director ensures that meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to meet each resident’s individual needs in accordance with physician orders, approved menus, and regulatory standards.
This role involves managing staff, maintaining budget compliance, and coordinating with other departments to support resident well-being and satisfaction.
The work environment is generally low to moderate noise level with reasonable accommodations available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Matching Summary
The Dietary Director ensures that meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to meet each resident’s individual needs in accordance with physician orders, approved menus, and regulatory standards.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
dietary department management
meal planning and preparation
budget management and cost control
staff hiring and supervision
food safety and regulatory compliance
nutritional assessment and documentation
Nice-to-have
knowledge of PCC software
interdepartmental coordination
quality assurance participation
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