Dietary Director Jobs in Illinois

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- Wrigley Field

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Levy Sector Salary: $55,000-$60,000 Other Forms of Compensation: N/A Pay Grade: 11 Different perspectives make us better. We're committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment...

General Manager, Food and Nutrition Services

  • Berwyn, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Berwyn, IL
  • 2 days ago

Dietary Manager certification (CDM) and 7 to 10 years progressive management experience....

Dietary Manager

  • Saint Charles, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Charles, IL
  • 5 days ago

JOB OVERVIEW: Breadbasket Manager Join our DYNAMIC team at Bickford Senior Living as the Breadbasket Manager! The Breadbasket Manager supports all aspects of our restaurant-style dining experience...

Food Service Director I- No Nights, No Weekends

  • Elmwood Park, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Elmwood Park, IL
  • 9 days ago

Provide expertise in nutrition and wellness throughout Quest, including nutrition counseling for customers, operational advice and guidance regarding dietary needs, and nutrition and allergen information...

Manager, Food & Nutrition Services

  • Springfield, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 9 days ago

Certified dietary manager preferred....

Dietary Manager I (Ump)

  • Hines, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Hines, IL
  • 10 days ago

Preferred Qualifications One (1) year of professional experience in dietetics and food services management including nutritional values, costs and accounting for a public or private organization....

Dining Services Director

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 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...

Manager of Dietary Services

  • Springfield, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 12 days ago

Works collaboratively with the home supervisors, program coordinators, health services, and other support personnel to ensure the nutritional requirements of the clients are being met....

Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)

  • Godfrey, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Godfrey, IL
  • 12 days ago

Manager (CDM) Responsibilities : As a certified dietary manager (CDM), you will be oversee the dietary department at our nursing home....

The Allis Food & Beverage Manager - Soho House Chicago

  • Chicago, IL
  • 16 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 16 days ago

The Role At Soho House, the Public Restaurant Food & Beverage Manager maintains the local properties' food and beverage (F&B) operation in conjunction with the General Manager of Public Outlets....

Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 days ago

Job Description Summary Functions as the assistant to the manager in leading and managing the propertys F&B. The position helps ensure that the restaurant operation meet the brands target customer...

Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)

  • Riverwoods, IL
  • 21 days ago
  • Riverwoods, IL
  • 21 days ago

Now Hiring: Certified Dietary Manager - Elevate Care!...

Dietary Manager

  • Oswego, IL
  • 24 days ago
  • Oswego, IL
  • 24 days ago

This certified dietary manager position earns a competitive salary of $18.00 to $20.00/hr....

Senior Food & Beverage Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 27 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 27 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
  • 29 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 29 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,...

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Salary for Dietary Director Jobs in Illinois

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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