Dietary Director Jobs in Chicago, IL

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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Food and Beverage Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 days ago

Whether traveling for business or pleasure, Hyatt Regency McCormick Place has everything you’ll need under one hotel roof with over 1258 guest rooms, 53 suites and 13,000 sq. ft. of meeting space....

Food Service Director

  • Chicago, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 14 days ago

Food Service Director Requirements: Dietetics, Nutrition, Hospitality Management, or any field with equivalent work experience Three years of experience in food service management Experience in developing...

Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 14 days ago

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: Arlo Hotels, an independent lifestyle hotel, is now actively seeking a dynamic Food and Beverage Manager. Are you passionate about people, driven by purpose, and clever in...

Food and Beverage Manager- Wrigley Field

  • Chicago, IL (3 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (3 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 19 days ago

LOCATION: Wrigley Field - Home of the Chicago Cubs Salary: $55,000-$60,000 Other Forms of Compensation: N/A Pay Grade: 11 Different perspectives make us better. Were committed to creating an equal...

Food Service Director I- No Nights, No Weekends

  • Highwood, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Highwood, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Food Service Director Requirements: Dietetics, Nutrition, Hospitality Management, or any field with equivalent work experience Three years of experience in food service management Experience in developing...

Patient Food Services Manager (Advent Health Hinsdale Hospital) Hinsdale IL

  • Hinsdale, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Dietary Manager certificate, Registered Diet Technician or Registered Dietitian, preferred Minimum of one (1) year experience in food service management preferred in an acute care setting ServSafe...

Food and Beverage Manager- Wrigley Field

  • Chicago, IL
  • 25 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 25 days ago

Levy Sector LOCATION: Wrigley Field - Home of the Chicago Cubs Salary: $55,000-$60,000 Other Forms of Compensation: N/A Pay Grade: 11 Different perspectives make us better. We're committed to...

Dining Services Director

  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Flik Hospitality Group Salary: $97000 / year What makes FLIK click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our...

Senior Food & Beverage Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 45+ days ago

Job Description: Responsible for the supervision of the day-to-day operation of the Food & Beverage outlets in the Emily Hotel. Oversees and maintains a service and supervisor philosophy which...

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 45+ days ago

Company Description At Fairmont, our passion is to connect our guests to the very best of our destinations. Our hotels offer guests extraordinary places, created by combining unique architecture,...

Dining Services Director

  • Chicago, IL (1 mile from Chicago, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (1 mile from Chicago, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Salary: $97000 / year What makes FLIK click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know...

Food and Beverage Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Position Summary The LifeCafe Manager is responsible for the activities and growth of the LifeCafe, including managing the business' financials, hiring, training and supervising Team Members,...

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Salary for Dietary Director Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Directors in Chicago, IL 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 in Chicago, IL
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%