Dietary Manager Jobs in Virginia

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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Director of Nutrition Services

  • Woodlawn, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Woodlawn, VA
  • 8 days ago

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

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Ruther Glen, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Ruther Glen, VA
  • 13 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....

Dietary Manager

  • Suffolk, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Suffolk, VA
  • 4 days ago

Starting at $24.50 JOB OVERVIEW: Breadbasket Manager Join our DYNAMIC team at Bickford Senior Living as the Breadbasket Manager! The Breadbasket Manager supports all aspects of our...

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

Food & Beverage Manager - Museum Cafe

  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 9 days ago

Who We Are Founded in 1926, the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is a private, not-for-profit educational, historic, and cultural institution that owns and operates one of the largest and...

Manager of Food and Nutrition Services

  • VA
  • 11 days ago
  • VA
  • 11 days ago

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

Manager of Food and Nutrition Services

  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 11 days ago

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

Manager of Food and Nutrition Services

  • Richmond, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 11 days ago

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

Food & Nutrition Manager

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 12 days ago

The Food & Nutrition Manager is responsible for supporting the planning and directing of the Food & Nutrition Services Department....

Food and Beverage Manager

  • Dublin, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Dublin, VA
  • 13 days ago

Service Management...

Location: GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY - FAIRFAX, VA Salary: [[cust_PostingPayRange]] Other Forms of Compensation: [[otherFormsComp]] At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells...

Location: GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY - FAIRFAX, VA Salary: [[cust_PostingPayRange]] Other Forms of Compensation: [[otherFormsComp]] At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells...

Certified Dietary Manager

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 16 days ago

We are seeking a highly qualified, full-time Certified Dietary Manager to lead our Dietary team in delivering excellent care for our residents....

Food and Beverage Manager

  • Irvington, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Irvington, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Reporting to the Director of Restaurant Operations - The Food and Beverage Manager oversees the day-to-day restaurant operations, supervise and delegate responsibilities among staff, organize...

RESIDENTIAL DINING SERVICES DIRECTOR I - GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY (IKES) Compass Group Virginia Location: GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY - FAIRFAX, VA Salary: [[cust_PostingPayRange]] Other Forms of...

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Salary for Dietary Manager Jobs in Virginia

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Highest Education Level

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



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