Director of Nutrition Services Jobs
Director of Nutrition Services jobs are open across hospitals, long-term care facilities, school districts, and contract food service companies, at every level from staff dietitian to senior director, with specializations in clinical nutrition, food service management, and regulatory compliance. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Join our dietary team in a skilled nursing setting and help provide comfort, care and connection through every meal served to our residents!
We’ve been recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America’s Most Admired Workplaces for 2026! As an employee recently said, “I feel I have a lot of support. I feel like part of the team.”
Advantages:
Flexible Pay Options – Choose On-Demand Pay and get paid as soon as tomorrow for work done today or opt for our Weekly Pay schedule!
Positive, Family-Like Atmosphere – Work in a fun, supportive environment where teamwork and care go hand-in-hand.
Generous PTO & Benefits – Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.
Career Growth Opportunities – Take advantage of our Loan and Forgiveness program as well as other educational programs to advance your nursing career.
Strong, Stable Leadership – Join a team led by experienced managers who are committed to customer service excellence and staff development.
Benefits and Perks*:
DAILY Pay!
Benefit eligibility the first of the month following 30 days
Comprehensive benefit packages including medical, dental, and vision, and more. Health Savings Account available with employer contribution.
401K through Fidelity
Employer-paid life insurance (FT employees)
Robust Employee Assistance Program
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Educational, leadership, and tuition opportunities
Various discount programs offered, including discounted childcare programs through KinderCare
Wellness programs offered through WebMD
Employee recognition programs
Culture of employees creating an IMPACT!
Position Summary:
The primary purpose of your job is to manage the operation of the food service department to include staffing, food ordering, meal preparation, food delivery, food safety and kitchen sanitation in accordance with community policies, physician orders, resident care plans and within the current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern the community. Assure that quality nutritional services are provided on a daily basis and supervise food service staff.
Education/Qualification:
Must possess a High School Diploma, or equivalent and must possess a Food Handler level II or similar food safety certification per state specific requirement.
Must also be:
1. A certified food service manager; or
2. Have similar national certification for food service management and safety from a national certifying body; or
3. Have an associate’s or higher degree in food service management or in hospitality, if the course study includes food service or restaurant management, from an accredited institution of higher learning; and
4. In States that have established standards for food service managers or food service managers, meets State requirements for food service managers or food service managers.
Shift & Wage:
Full-Time Opportunity Available
Shifts Needed: Monday - Friday
Salary: Negotiable
- Program details can vary amongst buildings. Please see HR for the facility-specific benefit plans.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their actual or perceived gender, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
Join our dietary team in a skilled nursing setting and help provide comfort, care and connection through every meal served to our residents!
We’ve been recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America’s Most Admired Workplaces for 2026! As an employee recently said, “I feel I have a lot of support. I feel like part of the team.”
Advantages:
Flexible Pay Options – Choose On-Demand Pay and get paid as soon as tomorrow for work done today or opt for our Weekly Pay schedule!
Positive, Family-Like Atmosphere – Work in a fun, supportive environment where teamwork and care go hand-in-hand.
Generous PTO & Benefits – Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.
Career Growth Opportunities – Take advantage of our Loan and Forgiveness program as well as other educational programs to advance your nursing career.
Strong, Stable Leadership – Join a team led by experienced managers who are committed to customer service excellence and staff development.
Benefits and Perks*:
DAILY Pay!
Benefit eligibility the first of the month following 30 days
Comprehensive benefit packages including medical, dental, and vision, and more. Health Savings Account available with employer contribution.
401K through Fidelity
Employer-paid life insurance (FT employees)
Robust Employee Assistance Program
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Educational, leadership, and tuition opportunities
Various discount programs offered, including discounted childcare programs through KinderCare
Wellness programs offered through WebMD
Employee recognition programs
Culture of employees creating an IMPACT!
Position Summary:
The primary purpose of your job is to manage the operation of the food service department to include staffing, food ordering, meal preparation, food delivery, food safety and kitchen sanitation in accordance with community policies, physician orders, resident care plans and within the current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern the community. Assure that quality nutritional services are provided on a daily basis and supervise food service staff.
Education/Qualification:
Must possess a High School Diploma, or equivalent and must possess a Food Handler level II or similar food safety certification per state specific requirement.
Must also be:
1. A certified food service manager; or
2. Have similar national certification for food service management and safety from a national certifying body; or
3. Have an associate’s or higher degree in food service management or in hospitality, if the course study includes food service or restaurant management, from an accredited institution of higher learning; and
4. In States that have established standards for food service managers or food service managers, meets State requirements for food service managers or food service managers.
Shift & Wage:
Full-Time Opportunity Available
Shifts Needed: Monday - Friday
Salary: Negotiable
- Program details can vary amongst buildings. Please see HR for the facility-specific benefit plans.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their actual or perceived gender, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of nutrition services jobs.
- Registered Dietitian credential or Certified Dietary Manager certification required
- Five or more years of food service or clinical nutrition management experience
- Demonstrated experience managing food and labor budgets in a healthcare or institutional setting
- Working knowledge of CMS, Joint Commission, or state health department dietary regulations
- Proficiency with food service management software and electronic health record systems
- Bachelor's degree in dietetics, food and nutrition, or a closely related field
Tips for Your Director of Nutrition Services Job Search
Lead with regulatory and compliance wins
Your resume should highlight specific outcomes from state health inspections, Joint Commission surveys, or CMS audits. Directors of nutrition services are hired partly to keep facilities out of trouble, so concrete compliance results outweigh general management language every time.
Tailor applications to the facility type
Job duties differ significantly between acute care hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and K-12 school districts. Read each posting for the dominant setting and mirror its vocabulary, whether that's therapeutic diets and tube feeding protocols or USDA meal pattern requirements.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists director of nutrition services openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify your budget and team scope
Hiring managers for this role almost always screen for fiscal accountability. Wherever possible, state the annual food and labor budget you managed and the number of direct reports you supervised, since those figures set your candidacy apart from dietitians moving into management.
Prepare a scenario answer on staffing shortages
Interviewers in healthcare nutrition consistently probe how candidates handle high turnover in dietary aides and cook positions. Prepare a specific example covering your recruitment approach, cross-training strategy, and how you maintained meal service quality during the gap.
Negotiate start date around your CDM or RD renewal
If your Registered Dietitian credential or Certified Dietary Manager certification is due for renewal within six months of your target start date, complete it before accepting an offer. Employers may rescind or delay onboarding if a required credential lapses between offer and day one.
Director of Nutrition Services Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most director of nutrition servicess?
The most active employers for director of nutrition servicess right now are Corewell Health, Augusta Health, and Saber Healthcare, and the most openings are in Missouri, California, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Contract food service management companies and large hospital systems tend to post the most volume on an ongoing basis.
How many director of nutrition services jobs are remote?
About 57% of director of nutrition services openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of overseeing food production and clinical staff. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility include regional or corporate-level consulting, nutrition policy roles, and positions focused on program development or quality assurance rather than direct facility oversight.
How do you become a director of nutrition services?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in dietetics, nutrition, or food service management, then complete the credentialing requirements for either a Registered Dietitian or Certified Dietary Manager designation. Build several years of experience in clinical or institutional food service, progressively taking on supervisory responsibilities. Pursue roles as a food service supervisor or assistant director to develop budget management and regulatory compliance skills before applying for director-level positions.
Can you get a director of nutrition services job without direct management experience?
Moving into a director role without prior management experience is difficult but possible in smaller facilities such as assisted living communities or single-site school nutrition programs. Strengthen your candidacy by taking on lead dietitian or department head duties in your current role, documenting any budget oversight or staff scheduling you've handled, and completing a food service management certificate program to signal readiness for the operational side of the job.
What does the director of nutrition services interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a phone or video screen conducted by HR, followed by a panel interview with the facility administrator, clinical leadership, and sometimes a department head from nursing or operations. Candidates are often asked to present a 30-day or 90-day plan or to walk through a past regulatory survey experience. A facility tour and a second-round meeting with executive leadership are common before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to director of nutrition services jobs?
You can find and apply to director of nutrition services jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your setting preference, credential level, and location, then apply directly to each opening that fits your background.
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