Dietary Director Jobs in Maryland

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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Dining Services Director

  • Aspen Hill, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Aspen Hill, MD
  • 1 day ago

service management, culinary degree, or equivalent training with four (4) to five (5) years supervisory experience in hospitality or fine dining industries Minimum 5 (five) years volume cooking experience...

Food and Nutrition Manager (Single-Site)

  • Elkton, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Elkton, MD
  • 2 days ago

Position Type: Food and Nutrition Date Posted: 7/10/2025 Location: All Locations Closing Date: 07/17/2025    Description: Please see the attached job description for minimum qualifications and...

Certified Dietary Manager

  • Westminster, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Westminster, MD
  • 5 days ago

Associates degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, including food service or restaurant management coursework preferred....

Food & Beverage Manager - Crowne Plaza Crystal City

  • Bethesda, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD
  • 5 days ago

B.F. Saul Company Hospitality Group 7501 Wisconsin Avenue Suite 1500 Bethesda, MD 20814 Corporate Office 25 Locations Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn Full-Time...

Correctional Dietary Manager

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 11 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 11 days ago

Candidates may substitute a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in food service management, dietetics, nutrition, home economics, business administration, public administration...

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 12 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 12 days ago

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be...

Food Service Director

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 16 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 16 days ago

service management experience in the health care industry Previous supervisory skills and proven ability to lead and manage individuals Must have excellent communication skills Equal Opportunity Employer...

CORRECTIONAL DIETARY MANAGER General

  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 16 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 16 days ago

Utilize and train staff in OCMS and Workday activities MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in food service management, nutrition, dietetics...

Certified Dietary Manager NE

  • Aspen Hill, MD
  • 20 days ago
  • Aspen Hill, MD
  • 20 days ago

COMMUNITY NAME Bedford Court Job ID 2025-222211 JOB OVERVIEW The Certified Dietary Manager is responsible for overseeing Skilled Nursing Center food service activities and using independent judgment...

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Easton, MD
  • 22 days ago
  • Easton, MD
  • 22 days 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...

General Manager/Director of Food and Nutrition Services (Contractor)

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 26 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 26 days ago

Requirements 3 plus years in a Food Service Manager role 3 plus years in Hospital Food Service Management role High Volume background Institutional facility or multi-outlet experience preferred Strong...

Traveling Patient Food Services Manager - Baltimore, MD

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 28 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 28 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...

Traveling Patient Food Services Manager - Baltimor

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 30+ 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...

Dining Services Director / Executive Chef

  • Annapolis, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Annapolis, MD
  • 30+ days ago

Dining Services Director / Executive Chef DESCRIPTION Dining Services Director / Executive Chef Looking for our next all-star employee with assisted living experience. Charter Senior Living is...

CORRECTIONAL DIETARY MANAGER General

  • Jessup, MD
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jessup, MD
  • 45+ days ago

Utilize and train staff in OCMS and Workday activities MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in food service management, nutrition, dietetics...

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Salary for Dietary Director Jobs in Maryland

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Highest Education Level

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