Dietary Manager-Salaried

NATIONAL HEALTH- WHITE OAK GROUP • North Charleston, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

NHC-White Oak is seeking a dedicated and experienced Dietary Director to lead our dietary department. Conveniently located at I-26 and University Avenue on the Trident Hospital campus, our facility is committed to delivering high-quality care and exceptional service to our residents. The Dietary Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the dietary department, ensuring high-quality food service, regulatory compliance, and a positive dining experience for residents. This role plays a key leadership function in staff development, departmental operations, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Requirements

• Completion of, or enrollment in, an approved Dietary Manager’s Course
• Training in food service with ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions
• Knowledge of Dietetics principles and special dietary requirements
• Knowledge of Food sanitation and service standards
• Knowledge of Large-scale food purchasing and preparation
• Knowledge of Labor laws and food service regulations
• Knowledge of Inventory management, budgeting, and reporting
• Strong computer and keyboarding skills

Nice To Haves

• Registered/Licensed Dietitian
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)
• Diet Technician with supervisory experience
• Coursework in nutrition, personnel management, or supervisory training preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead the dietary department in alignment with resident needs and facility goals
• Train and mentor dietary staff to meet regulatory and quality standards
• Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams
• Establish and achieve departmental goals
• Oversee all dietary operations to ensure quality service delivery
• Attend Department Head meetings
• Maintain department within budget parameters
• Manage food ordering and inventory
• Track and process invoices accurately
• Monitor staff performance and ensure adherence to company policies
• Manage scheduling, overtime, and PTO approvals
• Conduct interviews, reference checks, and onboarding
• Complete performance evaluations and recommend merit increases
• Administer discipline in accordance with company policy

Benefits

• Salaried Position
• Day Shift
• Monday–Friday Schedule

What This Job Offers

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