Dietary Director Jobs

A Dietary Director, also known as a Director of Nutrition Services, oversees all aspects of a facility's dietary and nutrition operations. They play a crucial role in the nutrition industry by implementing effective menu planning, managing dietary staff, ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations, and coordinating dietary services with other healthcare departments. Additionally, they are responsible for managing the budget, ordering food and supplies, and ensuring the dietary needs of all patients or clients are met. They work in various environments such as hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and other institutions where food service is provided.

Important skills for a Dietary Director include excellent communication and leadership skills, a strong understanding of nutrition and dietary needs, budgeting skills, and a keen eye for detail. They should also possess in-depth knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations. They must have a degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field and may be required to hold a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification or a Registered Dietitian (RD) license. Prior to becoming a Dietary Director, an individual may serve roles such as a Clinical Dietitian, Food Service Manager, or a Dietary Supervisor.

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Join our team at Laurel Ridge Camp, Conference, and Retreat Center as a Food Services Manager and Head cook! We’re looking for enthusiastic and skilled individuals who can delight our guests with...

Certified Dietary Manager

  • Pleasanton, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pleasanton, TX
  • 45+ days ago

THE HEIGHTS OF ATASCOSA Certified Dietary Manager Monday - Friday 8a-5p Must have Certification or in process of obtaining Dietary Manager certification....

Certified Dietary Manager

  • Godfrey, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Godfrey, IL
  • 10 days ago

Role: Certified Dietary Manager Pay Rate: $55,000 - $60,000 annually....

Cdm

  • Godfrey, IL
  • 19 days ago
  • Godfrey, IL
  • 19 days ago

Role: Certified Dietary Manager Pay Rate: $55,000 - $60,000 annually....

Dietary Manager

  • Pahrump, NV
  • 9 days ago
  • Pahrump, NV
  • 9 days ago

Qualifications Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification required....

Dining and Nutritional Services Manager

  • Newnan, GA
  • moments ago
  • Newnan, GA
  • moments ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Certified Dietary Manager or Associates Degree or higher in Hospitality, Food Service Management, or Culinary A minimum of a H.S. diploma or its equivalent required....

Dietary Services Manager

  • Mitchell, SD
  • 1 hour ago
  • Mitchell, SD
  • 1 hour ago

Job Summary: Firesteel Healthcare Center is looking for a Dietary Services Manager that has a passion for food and nutrition and providing a great dining experience for our residents....

Regional Food Service Director of Operations - New Jersey Region

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 13 hours ago

The company is a division of Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 17,000 professional food service team members....

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Bellefonte, PA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Bellefonte, PA
  • 13 hours ago

As our Food & Beverage Manager (FBM), youll oversee all food and beverage operations, ensuring everything runs efficiently and consis tently. Youll work alongside the General Manager and Assistant...

Food & Beverage Manager I

  • Bonita Springs, FL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Bonita Springs, FL
  • 17 hours ago

Or 2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the food and...

CDM, Certified Dietary Manager

  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 21 hours ago

The Certified Dietary Manager with The Summit of Bettendorf will: Direct the overall operation of the kitchen, tray service, and dining room area....

Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

  • HI
  • 22 hours ago
  • HI
  • 22 hours ago

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a...

Food and Beverage Manager, New Orleans Airport

  • Kenner, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Kenner, LA
  • 1 day ago

The opportunity Delaware North Travel is searching for a Food and Beverage Manager to join our team at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in New Orleans, Louisiana. This role...

Hotel 1928 Food & Beverage Manager

  • Waco, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Waco, TX
  • 1 day ago

Food & Beverage Manager Collegiate Hotel Group | Hotel 1928 Join the vibrant and welcoming team at Hotel 1928, a Collegiate Hotel Group property where we bring history to life with heartfelt...

Senior Dining Services Director

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Flik Hospitality Group Salary: $125000 - $140000 / year What makes FLIK click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty...

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Directors offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.5%
Master's Degree
26.0%
Associate's Degree
11.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.2%
High School or GED
9.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dietary Directors
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%