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 dietary staff, maintaining budget compliance, and coordinating with other departments to support resident well-being and satisfaction.
The position requires maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment while ensuring ongoing compliance with all 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
meal planning and food preparation
dietary staff supervision and training
budget management and cost control
compliance with dietary regulations
food safety and sanitation practices
Nice-to-have
coordination with nursing and activities departments
experience with PCC software
conducting nutritional assessments
participation in Quality Assurance meetings
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 Division