Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Director of Dietetic Services - South Mountain Restoration Center
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States
Director of Dietetic Services - South Mountain Restoration Center
Are you an experienced leader in food service operations with a passion for planning, organizing, and directing high‑quality nutritional services? The Department of Human Services is seeking a motivated and dedicated professional to serve as the Director of Dietetic Services at the South Mountain Restoration Center. In this vital leadership role, you will oversee all aspects of the food service department, ensuring excellence in nutrition, safety, and service delivery. DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will serve as the administrative leader of the facility’s dietetic services operations. You will be responsible for overseeing menu planning and nutritional care in accordance with physicians’ orders, regulatory standards, and resident needs while balancing cost, quality, and variety. Responsibilities include managing all food service operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining uninterrupted service, and supporting residents’ physiological, emotional, and cultural needs. You will supervise staff, have payroll oversight, maintain records, control costs, and ensure a safe, sanitary, and compliant food service environment through effective safety and training programs. Work Schedule and Additional Information
Full‑time employment, 37.5 hours per week Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch break Telework: not permitted Salary: may be non‑negotiable in some cases QUALIFICATIONS
Three years of experience supervising food preparation activities in an institutional food service or institutional food production operation and a bachelor’s degree in food science, nutrition, dietetics, food service, culinary arts, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and training Certification as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) as defined by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, or proof of eligibility for such certification Must meet the PA residency requirement Must be able to perform essential job functions Legal Requirements
A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act, which requires submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including PA State Police and FBI clearance How to Apply
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; all information must be provided on the application to support eligibility If claiming education, attach college transcripts (official or unofficial) Submit by the posting closing date; late applications and required materials will not be accepted Failure to comply may eliminate consideration for this position Veterans
Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans for many state and local government jobs Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)
711 for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion and encourages all diverse candidates to apply. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Are you an experienced leader in food service operations with a passion for planning, organizing, and directing high‑quality nutritional services? The Department of Human Services is seeking a motivated and dedicated professional to serve as the Director of Dietetic Services at the South Mountain Restoration Center. In this vital leadership role, you will oversee all aspects of the food service department, ensuring excellence in nutrition, safety, and service delivery. DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will serve as the administrative leader of the facility’s dietetic services operations. You will be responsible for overseeing menu planning and nutritional care in accordance with physicians’ orders, regulatory standards, and resident needs while balancing cost, quality, and variety. Responsibilities include managing all food service operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining uninterrupted service, and supporting residents’ physiological, emotional, and cultural needs. You will supervise staff, have payroll oversight, maintain records, control costs, and ensure a safe, sanitary, and compliant food service environment through effective safety and training programs. Work Schedule and Additional Information
Full‑time employment, 37.5 hours per week Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch break Telework: not permitted Salary: may be non‑negotiable in some cases QUALIFICATIONS
Three years of experience supervising food preparation activities in an institutional food service or institutional food production operation and a bachelor’s degree in food science, nutrition, dietetics, food service, culinary arts, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and training Certification as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) as defined by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, or proof of eligibility for such certification Must meet the PA residency requirement Must be able to perform essential job functions Legal Requirements
A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act, which requires submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including PA State Police and FBI clearance How to Apply
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; all information must be provided on the application to support eligibility If claiming education, attach college transcripts (official or unofficial) Submit by the posting closing date; late applications and required materials will not be accepted Failure to comply may eliminate consideration for this position Veterans
Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans for many state and local government jobs Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)
711 for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion and encourages all diverse candidates to apply. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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