Dietary Director Jobs in Missouri

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 Service Director

  • Sikeston, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Sikeston, MO
  • 4 days ago

Performs functions of other nutritional services positions, as needed, for the purpose of ensuring adequate staff coverage within site nutritional services operations....

Assistant Dietary Manager - ALF

  • Saint Peters, MO
  • 11 days ago
  • Saint Peters, MO
  • 11 days ago

Fuel the well-being of seniors as an Assistant Dietary Manager in our vibrant senior living community. Join our culinary team, where your passion for creating delicious and nutritious meals will...

Food & Beverage Manager - Regional/Task Force at Midas Hospitality

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 17 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 17 days ago

Food and Beverage Manager - Regional/Task Force Midas Hospitality is recognized as one of the Top 100 U.S. Employers in 2021 (by MogulRecruiter). Ranking #30 for talent, #13 for diversity, #33 for...

Traveling Food Service Director - Joplin, MO

  • Joplin, MO
  • 18 days ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 18 days ago

Degree plus three (3) years of directly related experience Certified Dietary Manager certificate or Registered Dietitian Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of hospital or adult home/care experience...

Food and Beverage Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 21 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 21 days ago

Food and Beverage Manager Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza, St Louis, MO Job Id R-0066337 job

Food and Beverage Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 21 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 21 days ago

REPORTS TO: Director of Guest Experience DIRECT REPORTS: Part-time food and beverage staff, Part-time coat check attendants POSITION SUMMARY: The Food and Beverage Manager ensures a seamless and...

Food and Beverage Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 25 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 25 days ago

Job Description Summary The F&B Manager is expected to manage all aspects of service within the Outlets. He/She will comply with all standards of service and operating procedures. The F&B manager...

Dietary Manager - Arbors

  • Sainte Genevieve, MO
  • 27 days ago
  • Sainte Genevieve, MO
  • 27 days ago

Participate in resident care planning and coordinate with Registered Dietitians. Provide professional communication with inspectors and regulatory agencies....

Dietary Manager- CDM

  • Nevada, MO
  • 27 days ago
  • Nevada, MO
  • 27 days ago

Job Requirements: Must be Certified Dietary Manager or working on certification....

Dietary Manager

  • Independence, MO
  • 28 days ago
  • Independence, MO
  • 28 days ago

Location: Independence, US-MO Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Dietary Manager Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner. Ability to prepare tasteful meals...

Dietary Manager

  • Center, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Center, MO
  • 30+ days ago

Familiarity with tube feeding protocols and aliment management is a plus. Dietary Certification is a plus....

Assistant Food Service Director

  • Camdenton, MO
  • 45+ days ago
  • Camdenton, MO
  • 45+ days ago

REPORTS TO: Nutrition Services Director JOB GOAL: To assist the Nutrition Services Director and coordinate other matters essential to the efficient operation of the Nutrition office....

Assistant Dietary Manager

  • Maryville, MO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Maryville, MO
  • 60+ days ago

A fire and passion for working with seniors A flexible, fun, and energetic personality High school diploma, or equivalent, required Trained as a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), Certified Food Protection...

Food and Beverage Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 60+ days ago

t Caesars Entertainment, Inc., our Team Members create the extraordinary. We are the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world's most diversified casino-entertainment...

Food Service Director

  • Camdenton, MO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Camdenton, MO
  • 90+ days ago

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. 5. 12 hours of continuing education/training in school nutrition services. 6....

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Salary for Dietary Director Jobs in Missouri

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Highest Education Level

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