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.
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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