Dietary Director

Hope-Center-Memory-Care; Fayetteville (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope-Center-Memory-Care in Fayetteville, GA seeks a Dietary Director to oversee dietary operations. You will plan, organize, and direct all dietary services to ensure nutritious, safe, high-quality meals for residents while complying with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include developing menus, supervising staff, managing inventory and budgeting, coordinating with healthcare professionals, and maintaining records and audits to ensure food safety and quality in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Service Management, or related field.
• RD or CDM certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in dietary management, preferably in healthcare or long-term care.
• Strong knowledge of nutrition and food safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement menus meeting nutritional guidelines and special dietary needs.
• Supervise and train dietary staff, ensuring food safety standards.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and budgeting for food and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to dietary services.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to address residents’ dietary requirements.
• Monitor food preparation and service to maintain quality and presentation.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Collaborative work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Service Management, or related field

Tools

Dietary software

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Dietary Director to oversee the dietary operations at our facility in Fayetteville, GA. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, organizing, and directing all dietary services to ensure the delivery of nutritious, safe, and high-quality meals that meet the needs of our residents and comply with all regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement menus that meet nutritional guidelines and accommodate special dietary needs.
• Supervise and train dietary staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and budgeting for food and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations related to dietary services.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to address residents’ dietary requirements and preferences.
• Monitor food preparation and service to maintain quality and presentation standards.
• Maintain accurate records related to dietary operations, including menus, food temperatures, and sanitation logs.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure a safe and clean kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Service Management, or related field preferred.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in dietary management, preferably in a healthcare or long-term care setting.
• Strong knowledge of nutrition, food safety regulations, and dietary software systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.