The Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department, ensuring meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to meet each resident’s individual needs
Job Summary
The Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department, ensuring meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to meet each resident’s individual needs.
This role involves managing staff, maintaining budget compliance, and coordinating with other departments to support resident well-being and satisfaction.
The work environment is usually low to moderate noise level with reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Matching Summary
The Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department, ensuring meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to meet each resident’s individual needs.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
meal planning and food preparation
dietary staff supervision and training
budget management and cost control
compliance with food safety regulations
nutritional assessment and diet customization
Nice-to-have
knowledge of PCC software
coordination with nursing and activities departments
participation in quality assurance meetings
Key Requirements
Graduate of approved dietary manager’s course
Minimum one year long-term care dietary experience preferred
Must maintain continuing education and licensing
Good standing with Department of Public Health License and Certification Division