Lead Dietary Director: Resident Nutrition & Operations

PRAIRIEHEIGHTS in; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS is seeking a Dietar y Director for a General Purpose Salaried position up to $54K. The Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department, including meal planning, preparation, service delivery, and ensuring meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to residents' orders and menus.

This role manages staff, budgets, compliance with regulations, and coordinates with nursing and activities to support resident wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved dietary manager’s course meeting state and federal regulations.
• Minimum one year of experience in a long-term care dietary department preferred.
• Knowledge of PCC (PointClickCare) software preferred.
• Must maintain required continuing education and licensing.
• Must remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health License and Certification Division.

Responsibilities

• Direct and participate in the preparation and service of meals that are safe, appetizing, and meet prescribed dietary needs.
• Maintain food quality, portion control, and compliance with approved menus and physician orders.
• Manage department budget, control costs, and order food and supplies appropriately.
• Plan and assist with special meals for holidays and facility events.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate dietary staff; handle disciplinary actions and terminations as needed.
• Coordinate dietary services with nursing and activities departments.
• Present in-service education programs for dietary staff.

Skills

Budget management

Staff supervision

Education

Graduate of an approved dietary manager’s course

Tools

PCC (PointClickCare) software

Job description

PACS is seeking a Dietar y Director for a General Purpose Salaried position up to $54K. The Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department, including meal planning, preparation, service delivery, and ensuring meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to residents' orders and menus.

This role manages staff, budgets, compliance with regulations, and coordinates with nursing and activities to support resident wellbeing.