Dietary Manager Jobs in Nashville, TN

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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Certified Dietary Manager

  • Nashville, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 9 days ago

Role: Certified Dietary Manager Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Certified Dietary Manager, leading the dining department at a long-term care facility....

Senior Living Dining Services Director Lead Chef

  • Gallatin, TN (23 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Gallatin, TN (23 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 17 hours ago

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

Food & Beverage Manager Holiday Inn Nashville Stadium Nashville, TN

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Food & Beverage Manager Holiday Inn Nashville Stadium Nashville, TN The business of food is your life. The business of people is your passion. When you combine the two, magic happens. Your sound...

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago

Holiday Inn Nashville Stadium 211 N 1st St Nashville, TN 37213 181 Room Hotel Managed By Chartwell Hospitality 401k with company match, Health, Dental. Vision and Life Insurance with HSA, travel...

Food Services Director

  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 days ago

What You'll Bring Experience & Education BS/BA in Food Science, Nutrition, Culinary Arts, Hotel/Restaurant/Hospitality Management, preferred Certified Dietetic Manager Program (or state equivalent or...

Food Services Director

  • Springfield, TN (24 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Springfield, TN (24 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 10 days ago

What Youll Bring Experience & Education BS/BA in Food Science, Nutrition, Culinary Arts, Hotel/Restaurant/Hospitality Management, preferred Certified Dietetic Manager Program (or state equivalent or...

Food and Nutrition Manager

  • Nashville, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 15 days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications The Manager Food and Nutrition Services leads, manages the operations and activities of the Food and Nutrition Services Department within assigned hospital and hospital...

Food and Nutrition Manager

  • Franklin, TN (22 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (22 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 15 days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications The Manager Food and Nutrition Services leads, manages the operations and activities of the Food and Nutrition Services Department within assigned hospital and hospital...

Food and Beverage Manager

  • Nashville, TN
  • 17 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 17 days ago

Lona, which will located in the Noelle, is a dynamic modern Mexican restaurant brought to life by the creative collaboration of renowned chefs Richard Sandoval and Pablo Salas. Lona aims to...

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Nashville, TN
  • 19 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 19 days ago

About Us Welcome to Pyramid Global Hospitality, where people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work...

Manager of Food and Nutrition Services

  • Smyrna, TN (20 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Smyrna, TN (20 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Dietary Manager (CDM) preferred ANAB Approved Food Management Course or as required by state....

Dining Services Director / Executive Chef

  • White House, TN (22 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • White House, TN (22 miles from Nashville, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

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

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Salary for Dietary Manager Jobs in Nashville, TN

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Highest Education Level

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



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