The Dietary Director ensures meals are safe, nutritious, and meet individual resident needs in accordance with physician orders and regulatory standards
Job Summary
The Dietary Director ensures meals are safe, nutritious, and meet individual resident 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 conducting nutritional assessments, maintaining food quality and safety, and participating in quality assurance and interdisciplinary team meetings.
Matching Summary
The Dietary Director ensures meals are safe, nutritious, and meet individual resident needs in accordance with physician orders and regulatory standards.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
meal planning and food preparation
dietary staff management and supervision
budget management and cost control
compliance with dietary and safety regulations
nutritional assessment and resident diet customization
Nice-to-have
knowledge of PCC software
quality assurance and interdisciplinary team participation
in-service education program delivery
coordination with nursing and activities departments
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 and Certification Division