Dietary Director Jobs in New Jersey

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

  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 4 hours 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...

Dining Services Director

  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Salary: $85000 - $105000 / 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....

Food & Beverage Manager

  • West Orange, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • West Orange, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Food & Beverage Manager \nLocation: Montclair Golf Club - West Orange, NJ\nReports to: Director of Food & Beverage\nPosition Type: Full-time | Exempt\nAbout Montclair Golf Club\nFounded in 1893,...

PATIENT FOOD SERVICES MANAGER II - Marlton, NJ

  • Marlton, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Marlton, NJ
  • 5 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...

Menu Technician-PT Days-Dietary-Management-Rahway-NJ

  • Rahway, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 6 days ago

members, Serves as a preceptor for students, Provides required educational experiences and evaluates student performance, Performs job functions in accordance with Department policies, standards and the Nutrition...

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Edison, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Edison, NJ
  • 11 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...

Assistant Food Service Director

  • Union, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Union, NJ
  • 11 days ago

Service Management or Nutrition preferred Minimum 2 years of experience in a healthcare or long-term care food service setting Prior supervisory experience strongly preferred Knowledge of local, state...

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Hackensack, NJ
  • 20 days ago
  • Hackensack, NJ
  • 20 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 and Beverage Manager

  • Montclair, NJ
  • 23 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ
  • 23 days ago

Stout NYC Hospitality Group consists of a dozen owner-operated bars/restaurants throughout New York City. Our mission is to provide authentic, accessible, desirable spaces for people seeking...

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 24 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 24 days ago

Compensation Type Yearly Highgate Hotels Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant...

Food Service Director

  • Vineland, NJ
  • 26 days ago
  • Vineland, NJ
  • 26 days ago

Bisho p McCarthy Center, is an exceptional team-oriented facility Looking to hire for the Food Service Director Position. We thrive on making our residents and staff as comfortable and happy as...

Dietary Director

  • Carneys Point, NJ
  • 28 days ago
  • Carneys Point, NJ
  • 28 days ago

Qualifications & Experience Requirements for Dietary Director: Must have prior experience as a Dietary Director in a healthcare setting HP...

Regional Food Service Director of Operations - New Jersey Region

  • Newark, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 30+ 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....

System Patient Food Services Director - Neptune, NJ

  • Neptune, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Neptune, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Dietary Manager required if associate does not have a degree in Nutrition or Dietetics; Registered Dietitian preferred ServSafe Certified Some knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on...

Clinical Dietitian I, Dietary - Management

  • Elizabeth, NJ
  • 60+ days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ
  • 60+ 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...

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Salary for Dietary Director Jobs in New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

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