What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Director position at Optalis Healthcare?
Dietary Director
Optalis Healthcare – Whitehall
Location: 916 E Lewis St, Whitehall, MI 49461
Shifts: Full-Time, Exempt, Days
Location: 916 E Lewis St, Whitehall, MI 49461
Shifts: Full-Time, Exempt, Days
Big changes. Bigger opportunities. Best-in-class care.
Join the growing team at Optalis Healthcare in Whitehall, where your compassion and clinical skills will be celebrated—and rewarded.
Join the growing team at Optalis Healthcare in Whitehall, where your compassion and clinical skills will be celebrated—and rewarded.
We’re not just a workplace, we’re a mission-driven community dedicated to exceptional resident care, teamwork, and professional growth. Our beautiful Whitehall location is seeking a Dietary Director to oversee food service operations, ensure compliance with health regulations, and manage staff.
What We Offer:
- Top-tier, competitive wages
- Full benefits package – including medical, dental, vision, life & disability
- PTO that actually adds up – we value your rest and recharge
- 401(k) with company match – because your future matters
Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled Dietary Director to join our team in Whitehall, MI. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, organizing, and supervising the daily operations of the dietary department. This includes managing food service staff, creating menus, ordering supplies, and ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement dietary plans and menus
- Supervise food service staff and provide training as needed
- Order food and supplies in a cost-effective manner
- Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations
- Monitor food production and quality control
- Manage budget and expenses for the dietary department
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in dietary management role in a Skilled Nursing facility
- Knowledge of nutrition and food service regulations
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Certification in food service management or related field is preferred
Why choose Optalis?
Working as a Dietary Director at Optalis Healthcare & Rehab means joining a team that values compassion, excellence, and resident-centered care, while offering leadership opportunities and the chance to make a real impact on residents’ health and quality of life.
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