Senior Dietary Director — Lead Nutrition & Care Operations

Caring Place Healthcare Group; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and disability

PTO and birthday PTO day

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Lodge Nursing and Rehab Center, part of Caring Place Healthcare Group, is seeking a Diet Director to oversee the Dietary Department and ensure high-quality nutritional services for residents. You will lead a team, coordinate with nursing and other departments, and maintain compliance with applicable regulations.

The role emphasizes staff leadership, program development, and ensuring resident satisfaction through skilled dietary operations and cost-conscious management.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited food service/ dietary management program preferred.
• Ohio Level Two Certification in Food Protection required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation of the Dietary Department and nutrition services.
• Direct and supervise dietary staff to ensure quality food service.
• Develop and maintain departmental policies and QA programs.
• Coordinate diets with nursing and other departments to support resident care.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and quality standards.
• Monitor meal service for quality, temperature, and portion control.
• Maintain inventory, control costs, and procure supplies.
• Prepare records, reports, and budgets as required.
• Lead QAPI activities and participate in surveys and action plans.
• Observe residents and promote positive dining experiences.

Education

High school diploma

Food service management program

Ohio Level Two Certification in Food Protection

Job description

Lodge Nursing and Rehab Center, part of Caring Place Healthcare Group, is seeking a Diet Director to oversee the Dietary Department and ensure high-quality nutritional services for residents. You will lead a team, coordinate with nursing and other departments, and maintain compliance with applicable regulations.

The role emphasizes staff leadership, program development, and ensuring resident satisfaction through skilled dietary operations and cost-conscious management.