Dietary Manager

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White Oak of Rock Hill is seeking a compassionate, organized, and experienced Dietary Manager to lead our dietary department and help provide exceptional nutritional care and dining services for our residents. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about food service management, resident satisfaction, and leading a strong dietary team in a long-term care environment.

Our team is committed to creating a positive atmosphere where residents feel cared for and employees feel valued. If you are a motivated leader who thrives in a collaborative healthcare setting, we would love to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Dietary Manager oversees the daily operations of the dietary department, ensuring high-quality food service, compliance with regulations, clinical nutrition support, staff supervision, budgeting, and resident satisfaction. This position works closely with administration, nursing, and interdisciplinary teams to provide excellent nutritional care and dining experiences for residents.

Responsibilities Include

Dietary Operations

• Oversee the safe and efficient operation of the dietary department

• Ensure compliance with sanitation, food safety, and healthcare regulations

• Monitor food quality, meal service, and resident satisfaction

• Maintain dietary department policies and procedures

Clinical Responsibilities

• Complete nutritional assessments and required dietary documentation

• Monitor resident food preferences, intake, and texture modifications

• Participate in wound and weight meetings

• Coordinate care for residents with special dietary needs and tube feedings

• Complete dietary progress notes and assessments timely

Leadership & Staff Supervision

• Interview, hire, train, and supervise dietary employees

• Conduct employee evaluations and disciplinary actions as needed

• Schedule staff and authorize overtime and PTO

• Conduct monthly dietary in-service education

• Promote teamwork and a positive work environment

Quality Assurance & Budgeting

• Monitor quality assurance programs and resident dietary feedback

• Attend department head meetings and provide reports as needed

• Maintain department operations within budget guidelines

• Order food and supplies and manage invoices appropriately

Qualifications

• Must have completed or be enrolled in an approved Dietary Manager Course

• Experience in food service management preferred

• Long-term care or healthcare dietary experience preferred

• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), Diet Technician, or Registered/Licensed Dietitian preferred

• Knowledge of food sanitation, special diets, inventory management, and large-scale food preparation

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Computer and keyboarding skills required

• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions

Working Conditions

• Works primarily in kitchen and food service areas

• Environment may be warm, moist, and fast-paced

• Exposure to hot equipment, wet floors, refrigeration areas, and kitchen utensils

• Universal precautions required due to potential exposure to communicable diseases

Why Join Us?

• Supportive team-oriented environment

• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives

• Competitive pay and benefits package

• Professional growth opportunities

• Rewarding career in healthcare and nutrition services

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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