The Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department including meal planning, food preparation, and service delivery to ensure resident well-being
Job Summary
The Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department including meal planning, food preparation, and service delivery to ensure resident well-being.
This role requires managing staff schedules, budgets, and ensuring strict compliance with federal, state, and local health regulations.
The position involves conducting regular inspections, coordinating interdisciplinary team meetings, and maintaining accurate resident diet records.
Matching Summary
The Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department including meal planning, food preparation, and service delivery to ensure resident well-being.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Direct and supervise dietary staff
Maintain food safety and sanitation compliance
Manage department budget and costs
Coordinate with nursing and activities departments
Conduct nutritional assessments for residents
Nice-to-have
Experience with PointClickCare software preferred
Knowledge of long-term care dietary regulations
Ability to handle disciplinary actions effectively
Key Requirements
Graduate of approved dietary manager's course
Minimum one year long-term care experience preferred
Maintain required continuing education and licensing