Director of Dietetic Services - South Mountain Restoration Center

About the role

The Director of Dietetic Services position with the Department of Human Services is seeking a seasoned food service leader passionate about planning, coordinating, and overseeing high-quality nutrition programs.

Responsibilities

• Review menus to ensure they meet nutritional standards and resident needs
• Nutritional Oversight>Direct the full program of resident nutritional care, including assessments and specialized plans
• Food Operations>Manage ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food, supplies, and equipment
• Staff Supervision>Provide leadership, scheduling, training, and performance evaluation for departmental staff
• Safety Compliance>Maintain a safe, sanitary environment that meets facility, state, and federal standards
• Budget Management>Prepare and monitor the annual budget to support efficient and effective service delivery

Qualifications

• Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Three years of experience in the supervision of food preparation activities in an institutional food service or institutional food production operation, and a bachelor’s degree in food science, nutrition, dietetics, food service, culinary arts, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and training that includes three years of experience in the supervision of food preparation activities in an institutional food service or institutional food production operation.
• Special Requirements: This position requires certification as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) as defined by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly the American Dietetic Association), or proof of eligibility for such certification.