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 dietary staff, maintaining budget compliance, and coordinating with nursing and activities departments to support resident well-being and satisfaction.
The position requires conducting nutritional assessments, maintaining food quality and safety, and participating in quality assurance and interdisciplinary team meetings.
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
meal planning and food preparation
dietary staff supervision and training
budget management and cost control
compliance with regulatory standards
food safety and sanitation practices
nutritional assessment and documentation
Nice-to-have
knowledge of PCC software
interdisciplinary team collaboration
quality assurance participation
in-service education program delivery
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