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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Nutrition Systems Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 days ago

Nutrition Systems ManagerPosition Title & Department: Nutrition Systems Manager; Student AffairsPosting #: 5077Department Description:The Division of Student Affairs is committed to grounding our policies...

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...

Dietary Manager

  • Laramie, WY
  • 5 days ago
  • Laramie, WY
  • 5 days ago

Dietary Manager (CDM) certification preferred but not required....

Patient Food Services Manager 2

  • Madison, WI
  • 11 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 11 days ago

Sodexo offers a range of services to healthcare facilities, including food, nutrition, environmental, facilities management, healthcare technology management, retail, and patient experience services...

Dietary Manager

  • York, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • York, PA
  • 13 days ago

Qualifications: *Associates or bachelor's degree in food service management, culinary arts, hospitality or nutrition preferred. *Certified Dietary Manager preferred....

Director of Nutrition Services

  • Hartington, NE
  • 15 days ago
  • Hartington, NE
  • 15 days ago

Role: Certified Dietary Manager Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Certified Dietary Manager, leading the dining department at a long-term care facility....

Dietary Manager

  • Lancaster, WI
  • 22 days ago
  • Lancaster, WI
  • 22 days ago

Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification preferred (or as required by state and county law)....

Certified Dietary Manager

  • Hartington, NE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hartington, NE
  • 45+ days ago

Role: Certified Dietary Manager Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Certified Dietary Manager, leading the dining department at a long-term care facility....

Nutrition Services Manager

  • East Longmeadow, MA
  • 16 days ago
  • East Longmeadow, MA
  • 16 days ago

Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification preferred (or as required by state and county law)....

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Gambrills, MD
  • 22 hours ago
  • Gambrills, MD
  • 22 hours ago

Soar with us at Wawa. We believe we can make life a little better every day one smile, hoagie, or experience at a time. And theres one secret ingredient that truly sets Wawa apart: Our Associates....

Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 14 hours ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 14 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Certified Dietary Manager manages the facility's Dietary Department....

Dietary Manager-Recovery

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 14 hours ago

Provides operational direction and information needed to determine policies and practices related to nutritional care for persons receiving services....

Area Food and Beverage Manager

  • Golden Oak, FL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Golden Oak, FL
  • 14 hours ago

Overview Opportunity: Area Food & Beverage Manager Oversee food and beverage functions and outlets, at multiple properties, ensuring the division meets established financial and other goals while...

CERTIFIED Dietary Manager

  • Lancaster, SC
  • 14 hours ago
  • Lancaster, SC
  • 14 hours ago

Bachelor's degree in Food Service Management, Human Nutrition or related field preferred....

Food Service Director I - Ses - 50950076

  • Saint Augustine, FL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Saint Augustine, FL
  • 14 hours ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be credentialed as a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) or Registered Dietitian Minimum of four (4) years of management experience in food service plus minimum one (1) year...

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Salary for Dietary Director Jobs Nationwide

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Directors offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.5%
Master's Degree
26.1%
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%