Dietary Director

Leadership & Management Direct, supervise, and evaluate all dietary staff, ensuring effective scheduling, training, and performance management. Develop and maintain department policies and procedures that align with facility goals and regulatory requirements. Maintain an organized, efficient, and compliant dietary operation focused on resident satisfaction and cost control. Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary care team to support resident-centered care and individualized nutrition plans. Coordinate with the Registered Dietitian to plan, review, and approve menus that meet resident nutritional and therapeutic needs. Oversee meal preparation and service to ensure quality, presentation, portion control, and temperature standards are met. Ensure adherence to physician-ordered diets and special nutritional requirements (e.g., diabetic, renal, texture-modified diets). Conduct periodic meal rounds to ensure resident satisfaction and identify improvement opportunities. Menu Planning & Nutrition Direct, supervise, and evaluate all dietary staff, ensuring effective scheduling, training, and performance management. Develop and maintain department policies and procedures that align with facility goals and regulatory requirements. Maintain an organized, efficient, and compliant dietary operation focused on resident satisfaction and cost control. Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary care team to support resident-centered care and individualized nutrition plans. Coordinate with the Registered Dietitian to plan, review, and approve menus that meet resident nutritional and therapeutic needs. Oversee meal preparation and service to ensure quality, presentation, portion control, and temperature standards are met. Ensure adherence to physician-ordered diets and special nutritional requirements (e.g., diabetic, renal, texture-modified diets). Conduct periodic meal rounds to ensure resident satisfaction and identify improvement opportunities. Compliance & Quality Assurance Direct, supervise, and evaluate all dietary staff, ensuring effective scheduling, training, and performance management. Develop and maintain department policies and procedures that align with facility goals and regulatory requirements. Maintain an organized, efficient, and compliant dietary operation focused on resident satisfaction and cost control. Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary care team to support resident-centered care and individualized nutrition plans. Coordinate with the Registered Dietitian to plan, review, and approve menus that meet resident nutritional and therapeutic needs. Oversee meal preparation and service to ensure quality, presentation, portion control, and temperature standards are met. Ensure adherence to physician-ordered diets and special nutritional requirements (e.g., diabetic, renal, texture-modified diets). Conduct periodic meal rounds to ensure resident satisfaction and identify improvement opportunities. Budgeting & Purchasing Direct, supervise, and evaluate all dietary staff, ensuring effective scheduling, training, and performance management. Develop and maintain department policies and procedures that align with facility goals and regulatory requirements. Maintain an organized, efficient, and compliant dietary operation focused on resident satisfaction and cost control. Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary care team to support resident-centered care and individualized nutrition plans. Coordinate with the Registered Dietitian to plan, review, and approve menus that meet resident nutritional and therapeutic needs. Oversee meal preparation and service to ensure quality, presentation, portion control, and temperature standards are met. Ensure adherence to physician-ordered diets and special nutritional requirements (e.g., diabetic, renal, texture-modified diets). Conduct periodic meal rounds to ensure resident satisfaction and identify improvement opportunities. Staff Development Direct, supervise, and evaluate all dietary staff, ensuring effective scheduling, training, and performance management. Develop and maintain department policies and procedures that align with facility goals and regulatory requirements. Maintain an organized, efficient, and compliant dietary operation focused on resident satisfaction and cost control. Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary care team to support resident-centered care and individualized nutrition plans. Coordinate with the Registered Dietitian to plan, review, and approve menus that meet resident nutritional and therapeutic needs. Oversee meal preparation and service to ensure quality, presentation, portion control, and temperature standards are met. Ensure adherence to physician-ordered diets and special nutritional requirements (e.g., diabetic, renal, texture-modified diets). Conduct periodic meal rounds to ensure resident satisfaction and identify improvement opportunities. Qualifications Education & Experience Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Food Service Management, Dietetics, or related field preferred. Minimum of 2–3 years of supervisory experience in food service management, preferably in long-term care or healthcare setting. Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) credential required or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire. ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification required (or must be obtained within 90 days of hire). Knowledge & Skills Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations governing nursing home dietary services (CMS, FDA, and local health codes). Proven leadership, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to manage budgets, control costs, and monitor inventory. Competence in menu planning, therapeutic diets, and resident dietary documentation. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and dietary software systems. Physical Requirements Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for prolonged periods. Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. Tolerate exposure to hot, humid kitchen environments and cleaning chemicals. Core Competencies Regulatory Compliance: Ensures all dietary operations meet regulatory and survey requirements. Resident-Centered Service: Maintains focus on quality, satisfaction, and individual preferences. Fiscal Stewardship: Controls waste and optimizes resources within budget constraints. Operational Excellence: Demonstrates efficiency, consistency, and accountability in all department functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr