Senior Dietary Director for Long-Term Care

Orchard Post AcuteVIEW in; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Orchard Post AcuteVIEW in is seeking a Nutrition/Dietary Director to oversee the dietary department in a long-term care facility. You will manage meal planning, food preparation, service delivery, staff supervision, budgeting, and regulatory compliance while coordinating with nursing and activities departments to support resident well-being.

The role requires leadership experience in a dietary program, familiarity with PCC software, and commitment to quality patient-centric meals that meet

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 continuing education and licensing requirements must be maintained.
• 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.
• Ensure proper food storage and handling practices in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Skills

Staff supervision

PCC software

Budget management

Education

Approved dietary manager course

Tools

PCC software

Job description

Orchard Post AcuteVIEW in is seeking a Nutrition/Dietary Director to oversee the dietary department in a long-term care facility. You will manage meal planning, food preparation, service delivery, staff supervision, budgeting, and regulatory compliance while coordinating with nursing and activities departments to support resident well-being.

The role requires leadership experience in a dietary program, familiarity with PCC software, and commitment to quality patient-centric meals that meet