Dietary Director Jobs in Edison, NJ

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 & Beverage Manager

  • Cranford, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cranford, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 60+ days 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....

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Edison, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Edison, NJ
  • 2 days ago

How You'll Do It Supervise the Food & Beverage team in providing best-in-class service Coach and develop the team and drive Associate engagement Uphold operating standards and drive Guest and team...

Food Service Director

  • Morristown, NJ (18 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (18 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Assessment, Nutritional Data Card, Diet Card and any other dietary forms as required by the Administrator to comply with federal and state regulations and facility policies and procedures. + Provide...

Assistant Patient Food Service Director, Full-time (Healthcare)

  • Staten Island, NY (17 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (17 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

care aspects of the food and nutrition services department to ensure full compliance with Federal, State and other regulatory agencies Participate in the development of and adherence to policies and...

Dietician Registered, Dietary - Management

  • Elizabeth, NJ (15 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (15 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

This role is responsible for the medical nutrition therapy of patient/residents; nutritional assessment, nutrition care plans, patient visitation, diet counseling, consults regarding advance nutrition...

Regional Food Service Director of Operations - New Jersey Region

  • Newark, NJ (19 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (19 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

The company is a division of Compass Group and has more than 1,200 registered dietitians, 300 executive chefs, and 17,000 professional food service team members....

Food & Beverage Manager

  • New York City, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • New York City, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Grow with us... Life at SH is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful and we want to keep it that way. But we can't do it alone. That's why hiring thoughtful and inspiring Team Members and...

Food & Beverage Manager - New York

  • New York City, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • New York City, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

The Role At Soho House a Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for managing service, quality control and consistent F&B experience is executed under the direction of the General Manager. The F&B...

Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

  • New York City, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York City, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

This person oversees the different functions of the food and beverage areas including banquets, restaurant, room service and bar at different times within the hotel. Responsibilities may include...

Formulation R&D Manager Dietary Supplements

  • Middlesex, NJ (6 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Middlesex, NJ (6 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

This R D Manager will coordination with other departments to support, coordinate, and develop innovative nutrition powders and supplement products....

Clinical Dietitian I, Dietary - Management

  • Elizabeth, NJ (15 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (15 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

The Clinical Dietitian I is responsible for the medical nutrition therapy of patient/residents; nutritional assessment, nutrition care plans, patient visitation, diet counseling, consults regarding...

Senior Marketing Manager, Dietary Supplements, North America (Princeton, NJ)

  • Princeton, NJ (17 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (17 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

About dsm-firmenich As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world's growing population to...

Patient Food Services Manager

  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 90+ 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...

Director Of Food And Nutrition Services

  • Elizabeth, NJ (15 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (15 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

ELIZABETH BOARD OF EDUCATION Elizabeth, New Jersey JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE: Director of Food and Nutrition Services QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food Science and at least 5 years...

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Highest Education Level

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