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Director of Dietary Services (Full-Time)
Healthcare Food Service Leadership | Long-Term Care
|
Poughkeepsie, NY
The Grand Rehabilitation & Nursing at River Valley is seeking an experienced Director of Dietary Services to lead our Food Services Department and ensure high-quality, resident-centered nutritional care.
Job Details
Position:
Director of Dietary Services
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Schedule:
Monday to Friday | 8:00am to 4:00pm
Location:
Poughkeepsie, NY
Setting:
Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care
This is a
full-time leadership position
reporting directly to the Administrator and working closely with the Dietitian and interdisciplinary team.
Position Summary The Director of Dietary Services is responsible for overseeing all daily operations of the Food Services Department, ensuring meals are nutritious, compliant with physician orders, and prepared in a clean, safe, and efficient healthcare environment. This role combines
culinary leadership, regulatory compliance, staff supervision, and resident satisfaction
in a long-term care setting.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, supervise, and manage the Food Services Department
Coordinate dietary services with Nursing, Administration, Activities, and Social Services
Plan and oversee menus, therapeutic diets, and special dietary needs
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Supervise, schedule, train, and evaluate dietary staff
Maintain food safety, sanitation, and quality standards
Monitor food costs, inventory, and production efficiency
Participate in resident admissions, care planning, and discharge processes
Conduct regular rounds to assess meal quality and resident satisfaction
Prepare reports and assist with surveys, audits, and plans of correction
Maintain accurate menus, recipes, policies, and documentation
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Food Service Management, or related field OR
equivalent experience with
3+ years of dietary management experience
Prior supervisory experience in healthcare, skilled nursing, or institutional food service required
Strong knowledge of menu planning, dietary therapy, and food service regulations
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
What We Offer
Full-Time, Stable Leadership Opportunity
Competitive compensation
Supportive leadership and collaborative interdisciplinary team
Opportunity to positively impact resident care and satisfaction
Career growth within a respected healthcare organization
Apply Today If you are a motivated dietary leader with a passion for nutrition and quality care, we encourage you to apply.
Apply online today — a recruiter will contact you with next steps.
The Grand Rehabilitation & Nursing at River Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V)
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Healthcare Food Service Leadership | Long-Term Care
|
Poughkeepsie, NY
The Grand Rehabilitation & Nursing at River Valley is seeking an experienced Director of Dietary Services to lead our Food Services Department and ensure high-quality, resident-centered nutritional care.
Job Details
Position:
Director of Dietary Services
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Schedule:
Monday to Friday | 8:00am to 4:00pm
Location:
Poughkeepsie, NY
Setting:
Skilled Nursing / Long-Term Care
This is a
full-time leadership position
reporting directly to the Administrator and working closely with the Dietitian and interdisciplinary team.
Position Summary The Director of Dietary Services is responsible for overseeing all daily operations of the Food Services Department, ensuring meals are nutritious, compliant with physician orders, and prepared in a clean, safe, and efficient healthcare environment. This role combines
culinary leadership, regulatory compliance, staff supervision, and resident satisfaction
in a long-term care setting.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, supervise, and manage the Food Services Department
Coordinate dietary services with Nursing, Administration, Activities, and Social Services
Plan and oversee menus, therapeutic diets, and special dietary needs
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Supervise, schedule, train, and evaluate dietary staff
Maintain food safety, sanitation, and quality standards
Monitor food costs, inventory, and production efficiency
Participate in resident admissions, care planning, and discharge processes
Conduct regular rounds to assess meal quality and resident satisfaction
Prepare reports and assist with surveys, audits, and plans of correction
Maintain accurate menus, recipes, policies, and documentation
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Food Service Management, or related field OR
equivalent experience with
3+ years of dietary management experience
Prior supervisory experience in healthcare, skilled nursing, or institutional food service required
Strong knowledge of menu planning, dietary therapy, and food service regulations
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
What We Offer
Full-Time, Stable Leadership Opportunity
Competitive compensation
Supportive leadership and collaborative interdisciplinary team
Opportunity to positively impact resident care and satisfaction
Career growth within a respected healthcare organization
Apply Today If you are a motivated dietary leader with a passion for nutrition and quality care, we encourage you to apply.
Apply online today — a recruiter will contact you with next steps.
The Grand Rehabilitation & Nursing at River Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V)
#J-18808-Ljbffr