Certified Dietary Manager

PACS Group • Greenwood, SC

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About The Position

McCormick Post Acute is seeking a Certified Dietary Manager to oversee the dietary department at its skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in McCormick, South Carolina. The role oversees meal planning, food preparation, and service delivery to ensure meals are safe, nutritious, appetizing, and tailored to residents’ individual needs in accordance with physician orders, approved menus, and regulatory standards. The director manages dietary staff and the department budget, maintains food safety and sanitation, and coordinates with other departments to support residents’ well-being and satisfaction.

The position is full-time, with a stated annual salary of $50,000–$57,000 and benefits. The work environment is described as usually low to moderate in noise level. Physical demands include frequent standing, walking, reaching, pushing, and pulling; occasional sitting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and crawling; and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

• Certified Dietary Manager credential required.
• Graduate of an approved dietary manager’s course meeting state and federal regulations.
• Must maintain required continuing education and licensing.
• Must remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health License and Certification Division.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of nutrition, therapeutic diets, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to lead a team and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in dietary services, food service management, or a healthcare setting.
• At least one year of experience in a long-term care dietary department.
• Knowledge of PCC (PointClickCare) software.

Responsibilities

• Direct and participate in preparing and serving safe, appetizing meals that meet prescribed dietary needs.
• Maintain food quality, portion control, approved menus, and compliance with physician orders.
• Manage the department budget, control costs, and appropriately order food and supplies.
• Plan and assist with special meals for holidays and facility events.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate dietary staff, including handling disciplinary actions and terminations as needed.
• Ensure proper food storage and handling in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Process new diet orders and updates and maintain accurate diet cards and resident records.
• Assess residents’ food preferences, allergies, and nutritional risks and complete monthly nutritional notes.
• Prepare staff schedules and adjust coverage as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen and storage environment and conduct regular department inspections.
• Coordinate dietary services with nursing and activities departments.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Interdisciplinary Team meetings.
• Present in-service education programs for dietary staff.
• Investigate workplace injuries and implement corrective actions or retraining.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and protect department security and resident confidentiality.
• Visit residents to conduct nutritional assessments, explain diets, and promote quality food service.
• Notify the Dietitian of menu changes and document them accordingly.

Benefits

• Benefits included with full-time employment.
• Supportive, team-focused work environment.
• Opportunities to grow skills and advance a career.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed