Certified Dietary Director

Tutera-Senior-Living-; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advanced Pay

Financial Literacy Classes

Employee Assistance Program

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) for Eligible Locations

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Exclusive Tutera Perks

Tutera University

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is seeking a Certified Dietary Director at Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center to lead the dietary department, plan menus, supervise staff, and ensure nutritionally appropriate meals for residents.

You will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while maintaining high food quality and safety. The role demands a CDM/CFPP/DTR credential or equivalent, and prior LTC dietary supervision experience.

Qualifications

• Trained as CDM/CFPP/DTR or equivalent; or military/education equivalent.
• Associate’s or higher degree in food service management strongly preferred.
• Prior dietary supervisory experience in LTC/SNF/AL/MC settings required.
• Certification in food safety per state regulations.
• Professional image and excellent written/oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, control and supervise the dietary department personnel.
• Provide nutritionally appropriate meals to residents to support health.
• Ensure quality food service and nutrition care per regulations.

Skills

Dietary supervision

Food safety certification

Excellent communication

Senior care passion

Flexible, energetic

Education

CDM/CFPP/DTR or equivalent

Associate's or higher in food service management

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Certified Dietary Director

Are you a Dietary Director seeking an exciting new career opportunity? Look no further! Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center is seeking dietary rockstars to join our team! If you are dedicated and compassionate, WE WANT YOU!

What Will You Do in This Role?

As a Dietary Director, you will be responsible for planning, directing, controlling, and supervising functions and personnel within the dietary department. You will also safely and efficiently provide nutritionally appropriate food to residents for the purpose of maintaining and enhancing their overall health. The Dietary Director ensures the provision of quality food service and nutrition care in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations.

Do You Have What It Takes?

• A fire and passion for working with seniors
• A flexible, fun, and energetic personality
• High school diploma, or equivalent, required
• Trained as a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), Certified Food Protection Professional (CFPP), or a Dietetic Technician, registered (DTR) required; or have the equivalent training from military experience or traditional education
• Associate’s or higher degree in food service management or in hospitality, including a course of study in food service or restaurant management from an accredited institution of higher learning highly preferred
• Prior dietary supervisory experience in a LTC/SNF/AL/MC setting required
• Certification in food safety, as required by state regulations
• Professional image in both appearance and behavior
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Why is Tutera THE Employer of Choice?

• Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is guided by one single purpose: To live the YOUNITE philosophy in every decision, every day. Based on genuine respect, YOUNITE is how we get to know residents and team members on a personal level. By asking about our employees’ and residents’ unique needs and preferences, we actively listen and then deliver. Do you want to work for a company where you are the driving force behind every decision made?
• Tutera offers stability; our family-owned company was founded in 1985!
• Tutera offers a competitive starting wage and amazing benefits! We take care of you so you can be a rockstar at work and at home!
• Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is dedicated to growing and developing our Tutera rockstars. Through Tutera University, every employee has the opportunity to learn new skills and become the best they can be!

Equal Opportunity Employer. The wage and benefit information provided in this listing is subject to change. Benefits eligibility criteria must be met to enroll in available benefits.

Benefits

How Can You Benefit?

• Advanced Pay
• Financial Literacy Classes
• Employee Assistance Program offering Mental Health Resources, Legal Guidance, Financial Information, and more!
• Child Care Discount
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) for Eligible Locations
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Exclusive Tutera Perks
• Tutera University
• Advancement Opportunities