Director - Dietary/Food Services

Utah Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; Orem (UT); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Utah Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is seeking a Director of Dietary Services to oversee the hospital's Food Service Department and its dietitians. You will ensure nutritious meals for patients and staff, approve menus including modified diets, and lead a team in a clean, safe environment.

The role requires RD licensure in Utah, a qualifying degree (Bachelor's pre-2020 or Master’s post-2020), and a Food Safety Manager Certification, with leadership experience in a hospital setting

Qualifications

• RD licensure is required in Utah.
• Bachelor's degree pre-2020 or Master's degree post-2020 as applicable.
• FSM certification required for food safety leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Food Service Department and Dietitian activities, ensuring nutritious and appealing meals for patients and staff.
• Manage supply inventory, purchasing, and proper storage of foods and supplies.
• Lead and develop the food service team and ensure a sanitary environment.
• Approve hospital menus, including modified diets, and ensure accuracy of dietary plans.
• Conduct nutrition assessments and offer counseling to patients and families on dietary plans.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Nutrition knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree (before 2020)

Master's degree (2020 or later)

Registered Dietitian (RD) licensure

Food Safety Manager Certification

Job description

The Director of Dietary Services is responsible for managing and coordinating all activities of the Food Service Department and the Dietitians, including providing nutritious and appealing meals for patients and facility staff while maintaining a clean and sanitary environment. This role involves overseeing supply inventory and purchasing, ensuring proper storage of food and supplies, and leading an efficient food service team. Additionally, the Director approves hospital menus, including modified diets, conducts nutritional assessments, and offers counseling to patients and their families regarding dietary plans and nutritional principles. The Director monitors performance improvement initiatives within Dietary Services and contributes to the development and implementation of patient care plans addressing nutritional needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

If your highest degree was completed before 2020, a bachelor’s degree is required.
If your highest degree was completed in 2020 or later, a master’s degree is required.
Utah State licensure: Registered Dietitian (RD)
Food Safety Manager Certification

Desired Qualifications:

Leadership experience and working with patients in a hospital setting.