Dietary Director

Fleetwood Post Acute; Easley (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision & life insure

PTO & 401K matching

Certification assistance

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

Fleetwood Post Acute in Easley, SC is seeking a Dietary Director to oversee all dietary department activities, from meal planning to service delivery. You will ensure meals meet physician orders, nutrition needs, and regulatory standards while managing staff and the department budget.

The ideal candidate has a certification in dietary management or food service leadership and at least 2 years of experience in a nursing facility setting. Great benefits and career stability are offered.

Qualifications

• Certified Dietary Manager or equivalent certification required.
• 2+ years in nursing facility dietary leadership preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality or related field a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the dietary department including meal planning and service.
• Maintain menu compliance with physician orders and regulatory standards.
• Manage budgeting, cost control, and purchasing for dietary operations.
• Hire, train, and supervise dietary staff; conduct performance evaluations.
• Ensure safe food storage, handling, and sanitation.
• Coordinate with nursing and activities departments for resident well‑being.
• Participate in QA/IDT meetings and provide in‑service education.

Skills

Certified Dietary Manager

Certified Food Service Manager

Food Service Management Certification

Associate degree in Food Service/ Hosp

2+ years nursing facility dietary dir.

Education

Associate's or higher degree in food service management or hospitality with food service/restaurant focus

Job description

Fleetwood Post Acute is a 102-bed skilled nursing facility located in Easley, South Carolina, and just 15 minutes from the Greenville metro. Join our long-serving staff members (many have been with us over 10 years) and become one of the familiar faces dedicated to caring for our residents. We look forward to sharing our strong culture with you along with the following:$40-$60K annuallyMedical, dental, vision and life insurance benefit plansPTO and 401K matchingAssistance with obtaining certificationsEmployee appreciation events and rewards throughout the yearQualifications:The director of food and nutrition services must at a minimum meet one of the following qualifications(A) A certified dietary manager; or(B) A certified food service manager; or(C) Has similar national certification for food service management and safety from a national certifying body; orD) Has an associate’s or higher degree in food service management or in hospitality, if the course study includes food service or restaurant management, from an accredited institution of higher learning; or(E) Has 2 or more years of experience in the position of director of food and nutrition services in a nursing facility setting and has completed a course of study in food safety and managementGeneral PurposeThe Dietary Director oversees all aspects of the dietary department, including meal planning, food preparation, and service delivery. This role ensures that meals are safe, nutritious, and tailored to meet each resident’s individual needs in accordance with physician orders, approved menus, and regulatory standards. The director manages staff, maintains budget compliance, and coordinates with other departments to support resident well-being and satisfaction.Essential DutiesDirect and participate in the preparation and service of meals that are safe, appetizing, and meet prescribed dietary needsMaintain food quality, portion control, and compliance with approved menus and physician ordersManage department budget, control costs, and order food and supplies appropriatelyPlan and assist with special meals for holidays and facility eventsHire, train, supervise, and evaluate dietary staff; handle disciplinary actions and terminations as neededEnsure proper food storage and handling practices in compliance with state and federal regulationsProcess new diet orders and updates; maintain accurate diet cards and resident recordsAssess resident food preferences, allergies, and nutritional risks; complete monthly nutritional notesPrepare staff schedules and adjust for coverage needsMaintain a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen and storage environmentConduct regular inspections of the dietary department for safety and cleanlinessCoordinate dietary services with nursing and activities departmentsParticipate in Quality Assurance (QA) and Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetingsPresent in-service education programs for dietary staffInvestigate workplace injuries and implement corrective actions or retrainingEnsure ongoing compliance with all federal, state, and local regulationsMaintain department security and confidentiality of resident informationVisit residents to conduct nutritional assessments, explain diets, and promote quality food serviceNotify the Dietitian of any menu changes and document accordinglySupervisory RequirementsResponsible for the overall supervision and management of dietary staff, including scheduling, training, performance evaluation, and compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.