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Dietary Director

Jackson Specialty Care
Maquoketa, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/2/2026

Job Description:

Jackson Ridge Healthcare in Maquoketa, IA is looking for an organized Dietary Director to fill a Full-Time position where you will organize, plan and lead your team towards the creation of healthy and delicious culinary creations. We would like to hire a Dietary Director who understands that this position will combine elements of basic nutritional therapy with some administrative/operational duties. You'll ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, as well as the policies and procedures of the facility. Selected candidates will have specialized training in food service management and nutrition, possess related dining/nutrition experience, be familiar with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations, and have excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities:

  • Orders food, supplies, and small equipment for operation.
  • Runs inventory on food and supplies.
  • Maintains proper storage conditions. Safeguards/Secures food and supplies.
  • Ensures adherence to proper safety and sanitation principles.
  • Control food and supply costs through menus, inventory, production schedules, waste reduction, storage, cost data, etc.
  • Completes and maintains Food Production Records as required by the Supervisor of Food Service, in compliance with federal standards.
  • Ensures the use of standard recipes and menus, meal components, requirements, proper portions, and principles of good nutrition.
  • Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications:

  • Have experience in keeping records in compliance with federal standards.
  • Have specialized training in food service management and nutrition.
  • Be familiar with kitchen sanitation and safety regulations.
  • Have excellent communication skills.

Education

  • High School Diploma/GED

Experience

  • Entry Level (0-2 years)

Benefits/Perks:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Accumulated PTO

Location:

Maquoketa, IA

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