Dietary Manager Jobs in Connecticut

A Dietary Manager is a key figure in the nutrition industry, responsible for managing food service operations within healthcare institutions, schools, and other organizations. Their primary duties include planning meals, ensuring the nutritional adequacy of meals served, supervising food preparation and delivery, managing food and labor costs, and ensuring compliance with local, state and federal health regulations. They are also responsible for hiring, training, and supervising culinary and dietary staff, as well as for ensuring cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.

The Dietary Manager should possess strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, along with a comprehensive knowledge of food handling and sanitation standards. They should also be proficient in diet therapy and nutrition support. Certification as a Dietary Manager and/or Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) is typically required, as is a Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field. Before becoming a Dietary Manager, a person might have roles such as Dietetic Technician, Food Service Supervisor, or Nutritionist.

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Patient Food Services Manager

  • New Britain, CT
  • 1 hour ago
  • New Britain, CT
  • 1 hour 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...

Patient Food Services Manager

  • New Britain, CT
  • 22 hours ago
  • New Britain, CT
  • 22 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...

Dining Services Director

  • Chester, CT
  • 11 days ago
  • Chester, CT
  • 11 days ago

Morrison Living is hiring immediately for a Dining Services Director position. Location : Chester, CT Requirement : Senior Living or Healthcare dining background strongly preferred Pay Range :...

Food Service Director

  • Ridgefield, CT
  • 11 days ago
  • Ridgefield, CT
  • 11 days ago

Manager (CDM), Registered Dietitian (RD), or equivalent is highly desirable Knowledge of dietary guidelines, including therapeutic diets and nutritional needs for elderly populations Strong leadership...

Food and Beverage Manager

  • New Haven, CT
  • 11 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 11 days ago

Food and Beverage Manager 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars 20 Dwight Street, New Haven, CT 06511 Assign and direct the work and train kitchen associates to maximize productivity and minimize waste. Prepare...

Dining Services Director

  • New Haven, CT
  • 26 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 26 days ago

Morrison Living Morrison Living is hiring immediately for a Dining Services Director position. Location:New Haven CT - Senior Living Facility Requirement: Director level experience within Food...

Dietary Manager

  • Shelton, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shelton, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Job Opportunity: Dietary Manager, salaried, benefit elgible position Reports To: Facility Administrator Responsibilities : Are you a skilled Dietary Manager with a passion for excellence in healthcare...

Director Of Food & Nutrition Services

  • Mansfield Center, CT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mansfield Center, CT
  • 45+ 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....

Director Of Food & Nutrition Services

  • Mansfield Center, CT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mansfield Center, CT
  • 45+ 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....

Senior Living Dining Services Director / Executive Chef

  • Naugatuck, CT
  • 60+ days ago
  • Naugatuck, CT
  • 60+ days ago

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

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Salary for Dietary Manager Jobs in Connecticut

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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



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