Lead Hospital Dietetics & Food Service Director

Utah Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; Orem (UT); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics seeks a Director of Dietary Services to lead the Food Service Department and Dietitians, ensuring nutritious, appealing meals for patients and staff while maintaining sanitation. The role oversees menu approvals, including modified diets, and guides nutrition care planning in partnership with clinical teams.

The position requires RD licensure and hospital leadership experience, with a focus on patient nutrition counseling and performance-improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required if highest degree completed before 2020; master’s degree required if completed in 2020 or later.
• Utah State licensure: Registered Dietitian (RD).
• Food Safety Manager Certification.

Skills

Leadership

Hospital patient interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

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.