Dietary Director (certified)

Sunnyvale Post Acute in; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Sunnyvale Post Acute Center is seeking a Dietary Director for a full-time role in Sunnyvale, CA. The position offers a salary of $80,000–$95,000 annually plus full health, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) plan.

You will lead the dietary department, coordinate with the RD on nutrition care plans, ensure CDPH and CMS compliance, and manage budgets and inventory. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of dietary leadership experience in LTC or post-acute settings and a state-approved

Qualifications

• Graduate of a state-approved dietary manager's course.
• CDM/CFPP credentials preferred.
• 1–2 years dietary leadership experience in LTC, skilled nursing, or post-acute facility.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the food services and dietary department.
• Collaborate with the RD to review and track nutrition plans and progress notes.
• Ensure compliance with CDPH regulations, CMS standards, and facility policies.
• Oversee budgets, purchasing, and kitchen inventory.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Education

Dietary Manager Certification (CDM/CFPP)

Tools

PCC / EMR meal tracker

Job description

Job Description

Dietary Director Position Type: Full-Time Location: Sunnyvale, CA Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 per year (depending on experience) Benefits: Full health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off (PTO), and 404(k) retirement plan options.

About Us

At Sunnyvale Post Acute Center, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, clinical care and rehabilitation services. Our dietary department plays a crucial role in promoting healing and recovery by serving nutritious, flavorful meals tailored to the unique clinical and cultural needs of our patients and residents. We take pride in building a collaborative, compliant, and elite care environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Department Leadership: Manage day-to-day operations of the food services and dietary department. Supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate dietary staff.
• Menu & Clinical Coordination: Partner closely with our Registered Dietitian (RD) to review, implement, and track individualized nutrition care plans and progress notes.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to California Department of Public Health (CDPH) regulations, federal CMS standards, and facility policies. Maintain elite standards of sanitation and safety.
• Budget & Inventory Management: Oversee food service budgets, ordering, and maintaining appropriate kitchen inventory.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Certification: Graduate of a state-approved dietary manager's course. Certified Dietary Manager (CDM, CFPP) credentials preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of dietary leadership experience in a long-term care (LTC), skilled nursing, or post-acute facility preferred.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with PointClickCare (PCC) or electronic medical records and meal tracker software is a major plus.
• Compliance Status: Must be in good standing with the Department of Public Health.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

About PACS

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.