Dietary Director

Campbell Street • Iowa City, IA

3d

About The Position

The Dietary Director manages the day-to-day operations of the dietary department to provide residents with nourishing food and an exceptional dining experience, delivered with first-class customer service. The role oversees food ordering, staff supervision, meal planning and preparation, and coordination with the interdisciplinary team and facility dietitian to ensure quality meals meet residents’ nutritional needs and are served on time. The department must operate safely and sanitarily, in compliance with applicable regulations and established policies and procedures, and within budgetary guidelines.

Requirements

• Be at least 16 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent, or be currently in school.
• Food Sanitation Certification.
• Dietary Manager Certification, Certified Food Protection Professional (CDM, CFPP).

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and supervise the activities of dietary staff.
• Operate the dietary department safely and sanitarily, complying with federal, state, and local regulations and established policies and procedures.
• Plan meals sufficiently in advance to minimize the need for food substitutions.
• Work with the facility dietitian to ensure meals meet Guests’ nutritional needs.
• Ensure food supplies are appropriate and place orders as needed.
• Oversee the food tray line to ensure trays follow diet cards and meals and snacks are served on schedule.
• Operate the dietary department within budgetary guidelines and limitations.
• Complete annual performance reviews for subordinate staff and provide performance guidance and education.
• Train and educate staff members.
• Provide counseling and disciplinary action to subordinate staff as needed.
• Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and using equipment and supplies.
• Report hazardous conditions, equipment issues, and accidents or incidents to the Dietary Director.
• Respond promptly and courteously to call lights when working in Guest care areas.
• Attend and participate in meetings and in-services as directed or scheduled.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
• Paid life insurance policy and additional voluntary life insurance.
• Accident and critical illness insurance.
• Matching 401(k) retirement plan.
• Same-day pay.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Certification reimbursement.
• Referral bonus opportunities.
• Scholarship opportunities.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Leadership development summits and career growth planning opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED