DIR - DIETARY/FOOD SVCS

Director of Dietary Services

Universal Health Services (UHS), one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, has 400 acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers across the U.S., Puerto Rico and the U.K. As we continue to grow, we stay focused on making health a positive and

local experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the dietary department staff, providing guidance, training, and mentorship to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Develop and implement nutritious menus that meet the specific dietary requirements of residents, including those requiring specialized nutrition plans.
• Oversee patient assessment processes to tailor diet plans that support individual health conditions and treatment goals.
• Manage departmental budgeting, inventory control, and procurement to optimize resources while maintaining compliance with safety standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to create comprehensive care plans that incorporate dietary considerations for optimal health outcomes.
• Ensure adherence to all health regulations, safety protocols, and sanitation standards within the dietary department.

Benefits:

• 401K
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries.  We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. An individual must be able to perform the duties in a positive work mode and serve as a positive role model and influence for both youth and peers. Must maintain Certified Foodhandler status. Certain skills and experiences may serve as meeting position requirements with managerial approval.

Requirements

• Proven experience in dietary services within assisted living facilities or similar healthcare environments.
• Extensive knowledge of nutrition science, physiology, dietetics, and patient assessment techniques.
• Supervising experience with a demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively in a fast-paced setting.
• Familiarity with budgeting, inventory management, and regulatory compliance related to dietary operations.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate staff while fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Relevant certifications or licensure in dietetics or nutrition are preferred but not mandatory; however, comprehensive knowledge of dietetic principles is essential. Join us as we elevate our dietary services through innovative leadership and compassionate care—making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve!
• Serve Safe Certification
• CDM Preferred