Dietary Director

Southview Acres Healthcare Center • West Saint Paul, MN

5d • $65,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Southview Acres Health Care Center is seeking a full-time Dietary Director for its skilled nursing facility in West Saint Paul, Minnesota. The position plans, organizes, develops, and directs the food and nutrition services department in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, and as directed by the Administrator. The employer describes its mission as providing exceptional care and support to residents and high-quality healthcare services.

The role requires a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) or comparable certification in Minnesota, knowledge of food and nutrition services practices and applicable rules for nursing care facilities, and the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant. The Dietary Director must also be able to interpret food and nutrition services cost reports and financial data, communicate effectively, process physician orders accurately, and provide strong customer service. The listed salary range is $65,000–$75,000 per year.

Requirements

• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) or comparable certification in Minnesota.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Knowledge of food and nutrition services practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and guidelines governing food and nutrition services in nursing care facilities.
• Ability to read and interpret food and nutrition services cost reports and financial data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, develop, and direct operations of the food and nutrition services department.
• Ensure department operations comply with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.
• Direct the department as directed by the Administrator.
• Accurately read, transcribe, and process physician orders.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunity for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.
• Work with a team committed to providing exceptional care to residents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree