Dietary Manager Jobs in Illinois

A Dietary Manager is a key figure in the nutrition industry, responsible for managing food service operations within healthcare institutions, schools, and other organizations. Their primary duties include planning meals, ensuring the nutritional adequacy of meals served, supervising food preparation and delivery, managing food and labor costs, and ensuring compliance with local, state and federal health regulations. They are also responsible for hiring, training, and supervising culinary and dietary staff, as well as for ensuring cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.

The Dietary Manager should possess strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, along with a comprehensive knowledge of food handling and sanitation standards. They should also be proficient in diet therapy and nutrition support. Certification as a Dietary Manager and/or Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) is typically required, as is a Bachelor's degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field. Before becoming a Dietary Manager, a person might have roles such as Dietetic Technician, Food Service Supervisor, or Nutritionist.

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Dining Services Director

  • Woodridge, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodridge, IL
  • 2 days ago

Cedarhurst of West Plains, a regional healthcare provider and true friend of older adults, seeks a service-minded, career-oriented individual to join our team as a Dining Services Director at our...

Dietary Director

  • Dekalb, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Dekalb, IL
  • 3 days ago

A fire and passion for working with seniors A flexible, fun, and energetic personality High school diploma, or equivalent, required Trained as a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), Certified Food Protection...

Certified Dietary Manager CDM

  • Greenup, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Greenup, IL
  • 3 days ago

A fire and passion for working with seniors A flexible, fun, and energetic personality High school diploma, or equivalent, required Trained as a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), Certified Food Protection...

Certified Dietary Manager

  • Crystal Lake, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL
  • 3 days ago

A fire and passion for working with seniors A flexible, fun, and energetic personality High school diploma, or equivalent, required Trained as a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), Certified Food Protection...

Director of Dietary Services

  • Belleville, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Belleville, IL
  • 3 days ago

A fire and passion for working with seniors A flexible, fun, and energetic personality High school diploma, or equivalent, required Trained as a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), Certified Food Protection...

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

About Us True to its name, CURRENT features a fresh, modern take on seasonal American cuisine showcasing simple & soulful ingredient driven dishes. Join us at The Living Room Bar for creative...

Food Service Director I

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Provide expertise in nutrition and wellness throughout Quest, including nutrition counseling for customers, operational advice and guidance regarding dietary needs, and nutrition and allergen information...

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago

Company Description WELCOME TO SWISSOTEL CHICAGO Swissotel Chicago is a luxury 4 star/4 diamond hotel with 662 rooms and suites located in the heart of downtown Chicago. Inspired by our brand...

Food and Beverage Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Job Title: Food & Beverage Manager Job Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Food and Beverage Manager to join our leadership team....

Food & Beverage Manager in Training

  • Hampshire, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Hampshire, IL
  • 10 days ago

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be...

Dietary Manager

  • Quincy, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Quincy, IL
  • 11 days ago

Starting at $23.50 JOB OVERVIEW: Breadbasket Manager Join our DYNAMIC team at Bickford Senior Living as the Breadbasket Manager! The Breadbasket Manager supports all aspects of our...

Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) / Director of Dietary Services

  • Chicago, IL
  • 16 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 16 days ago

It's a big job in a very busy commercial kitchen.In our facility we feel the Certified Dietary Manager is pivotal to the recovery & dietary needs of our patient/resident....

Food Services Director

  • Marquette Heights, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Marquette Heights, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Keeps informed of nutritional trends or concepts and on new developments in equipment that will improve the school's food program....

Dietary Manager

  • Olney, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Olney, IL
  • 30+ days ago

hours of supervised dietetic practice supervised by an RD) Be a Certified Dietary Manager, or a certified food service manager, or have national certification for food service management and safety...

Dietary Director - Willow Springs

  • Willow Springs, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Willow Springs, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Licensure/Certification: Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) - Required ServSafe certification or equivalent - Required...

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Salary for Dietary Manager Jobs in Illinois

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Dietary Managers in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.5%
Master's Degree
26.2%
Associate's Degree
11.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.2%
High School or GED
9.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dietary Managers in Illinois
1-2 years
33.6%
None
24.5%
Less than 1 year
21.1%
2-4 years
20.7%



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