Resident Nutrition & Dining Director

HERITAGETRAILS in; Cleburne (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HERITAGE TRAILS is seeking a Dietary Director to oversee the dietary department in a long-term care facility in Texas. You will lead meal planning, food preparation, and service delivery, ensuring meals are safe, nutritious, and aligned with physician orders and regulatory standards.

You will supervise staff, manage budgets, ensure compliance with federal/state regulations, and collaborate with nursing and activities departments to support resident well-being.

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.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate dietary staff; handle disciplinary actions and terminations as needed.
• Ensure proper food storage and handling practices in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Process new diet orders and updates; maintain accurate diet cards and resident records.
• Visit residents to conduct nutritional assessments, explain diets, and promote quality food service.
• Coordinate dietary services with nursing and activities departments.
• Participate in QA and IDT meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Staff supervision

Education

Graduate of an approved dietary manager's course

Tools

PointClickCare (PCC)

Job description

HERITAGE TRAILS is seeking a Dietary Director to oversee the dietary department in a long-term care facility in Texas. You will lead meal planning, food preparation, and service delivery, ensuring meals are safe, nutritious, and aligned with physician orders and regulatory standards.

You will supervise staff, manage budgets, ensure compliance with federal/state regulations, and collaborate with nursing and activities departments to support resident well-being.