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 manages dietary staff, maintains budget compliance, and coordinates with other departments to support resident well-being and satisfaction.
The position requires conducting nutritional assessments, maintaining food quality, and ensuring ongoing compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
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 preparation
dietary staff supervision
budget management and cost control
compliance with dietary regulations
food safety and sanitation practices
nutritional assessment and documentation
Nice-to-have
knowledge of PCC software
quality assurance participation
interdisciplinary team collaboration
in-service education presentation
workplace injury investigation
Key Requirements
Graduate of approved dietary manager’s course
Minimum one year long-term care dietary experience
Continuing education and licensing maintenance
Good standing with Department of Public Health License and Certification Division