Dietary Director Jobs in Texas

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

  • El Paso, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 7 days ago

Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification preferred (or as required by state and county law)....

Food & Beverage Manager/Director

  • Houston, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 10 hours ago

At least three (3) years bar, food and beverage management experience in luxury hotel restaurant or equivalent required. Banquet experience preferred. TABC and Food Handlers certification...

PATIENT FOOD SERVICES MANAGER I - Houston, TX

  • Houston, TX
  • 14 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 14 hours 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...

Certified Dietary Manager

  • Alamo, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Alamo, TX
  • 5 days ago

The Heights of Alamo Certified Dietary Manager Must have Certification or in process of obtaining Dietary Manager certification....

Dietary Manager - Full Time

  • Mansfield, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Mansfield, TX
  • 6 days ago

Performs quality and infection prevention monitoring related to patient nutrition care in accordance with Food Code Book and established critical control points....

Mgr - Dietary/Food Svcs

  • Laredo, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Laredo, TX
  • 7 days ago

Plans, organizes and implement strategies and goals for activities and projects of the Food and Nutrition Department....

Food & Beverage Manager (Full Time)

  • Houston, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 9 days ago

JOB OVERVIEW: Oversee all aspects of one or more full-service food and beverage outlet(s) to ensure optimum performance, superior guest service and maximum profitability. Adhere to federal, state...

Senior Food and Beverage Manager - Hilton Anatole

  • Dallas, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 10 days ago

Calling all foodies and restaurant aficionados! Hilton Anatole is seeking an experienced Senior Food & Beverage Manager to join our talented team! As a AAA 4-Diamond property spanning 45 acres and...

Division Director Food and Nutrition Services

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 10 days ago

Dietitian preferred HCA Healthcare has been named one of the Worlds Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for ten consecutive years (2010-2019)....

Certified Dietary Manager

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 10 days ago

Certified Dietary Manager New Braunfels, TX Description At Colonial Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation, we're committed to providing love and attention one resident at a time....

Food & Beverage Manager, Private Members Club

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 14 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...

Dining Services Director

  • San Marcos, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • San Marcos, TX
  • 14 days ago

What you'll bring to the table: High school diploma or equivalent certificate, a minimum of two years study or certification in the hospitality industry, and five or more years' experience in food service...

Dining Services Director,

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 17 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 17 days ago

Ability to understand the dining and nutritional needs of residents and ability to incorporate residents' desires into the dining services operation....

Dietary Manager

  • Lake Jackson, TX
  • 19 days ago
  • Lake Jackson, TX
  • 19 days ago

Works with the dietitian to develop and update Food and Nutrition Services I policies that reflect the philosophy and mission of the company, facility and professional standards of nutrition and sanitation...

Dietary Manager

  • McKinney, TX
  • 19 days ago
  • McKinney, TX
  • 19 days ago

Collin Springs, part of Lifepoint Behavioral Health, nationally known healthcare organization with diversified delivery network with facilities from coast to coast, seeks passionate,...

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Salary for Dietary Director Jobs in Texas

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Directors in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.5%
Master's Degree
26.2%
Associate's Degree
11.5%
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 Texas
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%