Dietary Director

Dietary Director (Salaried, Full-Time)
📍 White Oak Manor Charleston - 9285 Medical Plaza Drive, Charleston, SC

White Oak Manor Charleston 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.

Position Details:

• Full-Time, Salaried Position
• Day Shift | Monday–Friday Schedule

Position Summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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
• Preferred:
  • Registered/Licensed Dietitian
  • Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)
  • Diet Technician with supervisory experience
• Knowledge of:
  • Dietetics principles and special dietary requirements
  • Food sanitation and service standards
  • Large-scale food purchasing and preparation
  • Labor laws and food service regulations
  • Inventory management, budgeting, and reporting
• Strong computer and keyboarding skills
• Coursework in nutrition, personnel management, or supervisory training preferred

Key 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

Operational Duties

• 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

Supervisory Responsibilities

• 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

Why Join White Oak Manor Charleston 
Join a team dedicated to compassionate care, professional excellence, and a supportive work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Smoke-Free Workplace

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Salary : $60,000 - $67,000