Dietary Services Director - Care Nutrition Leader

Preferred Care Management

Brunswick Gardens (NJ)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Medical & Dental Benefits
Paid Time Off
Opportunity for Growth

Job summary

Preferred Care Management is seeking an experienced Dietary Director for a long-term care facility in Middlesex County, NJ. You will lead the dietary department, ensure quality standards, and collaborate with a team to provide safe, nutritious meals for residents.

The role requires planning menus, managing staff, and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing the facility. Join a collaborative and efficient workplace focused on quality.

Qualifications

  • A minimum of 1 year experience in a supervisor capacity in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility or other related medical field is required.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of the Dietary Department.
  • Manage on-site dining services staff to achieve quality service, food safety and resident satisfaction.
  • Maintain dining services within the prescribed budget and control costs.
  • Oversee menu planning, food preparation, and adherence to company procedures.
  • Conduct regular inspections of kitchens, storage, and serving areas for sanitation and safety compliance.
  • Prepare schedules, track inventory, and ensure inventory control.

Skills

Supervisory experience
Food service management
Nutrition planning
Regulatory compliance

Job description

Preferred Care Management is seeking an experienced Dietary Director for a long-term care facility in Middlesex County, NJ. You will lead the dietary department, ensure quality standards, and collaborate with a team to provide safe, nutritious meals for residents.

The role requires planning menus, managing staff, and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing the facility. Join a collaborative and efficient workplace focused on quality.

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