Dietary Services Director: Lead Kitchen & Nutrition

DeKalb County Government; DeKalb Township (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County Rehab & Nursing Center (DCRNC) is seeking a hands-on Director of Dietary Services to lead our kitchen and nutrition operations. You will plan menus, manage clinical nutrition, staffing, and budgets while ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality resident care.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, collaboration with the dietitian, and ownership of the dietary program, including safety, sanitation, and cost control.

Qualifications

• Licensed dietitian or ACEND-accredited Dietetics/Nutrition program graduate
• CDM/CFPP credential or ANFP-approved CDM/CFPP course
• Equivalent military training and experience in food service supervision

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee menus, clinical nutrition, staffing, and budgets
• Ensure regulatory compliance and safety across the operation
• Lead dietary budget, cost analysis, and equipment management
• Supervise dietary personnel and coordinate with dietitian

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Team management

Communication

CPR certification

Strong work ethic

Education

ACEND-accredited Dietetics/Nutrition program

Licensed dietitian

CDM/CFPP credential or ANFP CDM/CFPP course

Equivalent military training in food service supervision

Job description

DeKalb County Rehab & Nursing Center (DCRNC) is seeking a hands-on Director of Dietary Services to lead our kitchen and nutrition operations. You will plan menus, manage clinical nutrition, staffing, and budgets while ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality resident care.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, collaboration with the dietitian, and ownership of the dietary program, including safety, sanitation, and cost control.