IVH-L DIETARY MANAGER II

Illinois Comptroller; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Dietary Manager II to lead the Dietary Department, overseeing nutrition, menu planning, food preparation, service and storage. You will supervise staff, train personnel, and ensure standards compliance across all operations.

Requires a dietetics background with appropriate credentials and experience in large-scale food service; the role offers a hybrid work schedule, in-office collaboration, and competitive state salary.

Qualifications

• Requires four years of college with courses in dietetics.
• Requires two years of professional experience in a large-scale food service program.
• Must be a dietitian or graduate of an approved dietetic program or equivalent; or hold Dietary Manager credentials.

Responsibilities

• Head the Dietary Department, managing all phases of the food service program.
• Serve as working supervisor for department staff.
• Plan and conduct dietetic education for nutrition principles to staff.
• Direct all aspects of food preparation, serving, and storage.
• Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.
• Oversee procurement and documentation for department needs.

Skills

Leadership

Dietary management

Nutrition planning

Regulatory compliance

Staff supervision

Education

Four-year college with dietetics coursework

Job description

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We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Job Requisition ID:58876
Opening Date: 09/30/2026
Closing Date: 10/15/2026
Agency: Department of Veterans' Affairs
Class Title:DIETARY MANAGER II - 12502
Skill Option:DVA - Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) or equivalent
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,135-$8,135 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:None
Merit Comp Code:Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC062 Collective Bargaining Coverage
Work Hours: 8:00AM-4:00PM, MON-FRI
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 4 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Headquarter Location: 1015 Oconor Ave, La Salle, Illinois, 61301
Work County: LaSalle
Agency Contact: [e-mail]

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview:

This role serves as the head of the Dietary Department, providing leadership and oversight for a comprehensive food service program. The position directs daily dietary operations and staff while supporting quality nutrition services and compliance with applicable standards. We encourage all interested applicants to apply!

Essential Functions:

• Under administrative direction, serves as the Department Head of the Dietary Department and manages all phases of a food services program that includes nutrition, menu and dietary planning, food preparation, service, and storage.
• Serves as working supervisor.
• Plans and conducts all dietetic education and training programs to teach nutrition principles to dietary and nursing personnel.
• Plans and directs all phases of a comprehensive food service program, including food preparation, serving/portion control, nourishments, and special functions.
• Ensures that all applicable state and federal regulations and standards pertaining to the Dietary Department are met or exceeded.
• Oversees the preparation of all Central Management surveys and documents for procurement of food, beverages, supplies, equipment, and other departmental needs.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, with courses in dietetics.
• Requires two (2) years of professional experience in a large-scale food service program.
• Requires that the candidate should be a dietitian; OR is a graduate of a dietetic technician or dietetic assistant training program, corresponding or classroom, approved by the American Dietetic Association; OR is a graduate, prior to July 1, 1990, of a Department-approved course that provided 90 or more hours of classroom instruction in food service supervision and has had experience as a supervisor in a health care institution which included consultation from a dietitian; OR has successfully completed a Dietary Manager's Association approved dietary manager's course; OR is certified as a dietary manager by the Dietary Manager's Association; OR has training and experience in food service supervision and management in a military service equivalent in content to the programs above.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prefers extensive knowledge of the Department of Public Health food service standards and regulations concerning the sanitary preparation, serving and storage of food in relation to large scale food service.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of food service management experience with emphasis on food costs, ordering procedures, and fiscal accounting methods.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of experience supervising subordinates in planning preparing and serving general and special diets and performing all other food preparation requirements.
• Prefers at least one (1) year experience exercising judgement and discretion in developing, implementing, and interpreting departmental policies and procedures.

Conditions of Employment:

• Requires ability to pass a background check, drug screen, and pre-employment physical.
• Requires ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.
• Requires ability to acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
• Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
• Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
• This position is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)).Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Requires proof of current and ongoing qualifying education, certification, or military training recognized by the Department of Veterans Affairs for food service roles, such as approved dietetic programs, Department-approved food service supervision training, Dietary Manager’s Association credentials, or equivalent military food service supervision experience.
• Overtime is a condition or employment, and you may be required to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is a state agency designed to empower veterans and their families to thrive. We do this by assisting them in navigating the system of federal, state, and local resources and benefits, providing long-term health care for eligible veterans in our Veterans Homes and partnering with other agencies and non-profits to help veterans address education, mental health, housing, employment, and other challenges. A career with the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs provides a rewarding and challenging opportunity for individuals. Working together, we create partnerships and experiences that engage and inspire our fellow co-workers and the veterans and their family members that we serve every day.

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs offers a robust benefit package including:

• Flexible work schedules in many program areas (where applicable)
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
• Pension Plan.
• Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
• Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
• Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
• Employees earn three (3) paid personal days, pro-rated based on start date.
• Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.

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