Dietary Director: Lead Nutrition & Kitchen Team

Fleetwood Group, Inc.; Easley (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary 40-60K

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO and 401K matching

Certification assistance

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

Fleetwood Post Acute, a 102-bed Skilled Nursing Facility in Easley, SC, seeks a Dietetic Director to oversee the dietary department, plan meals, prepare food, and ensure safe, nutritious service aligned with physician orders and regulatory standards.

You will manage staff, maintain budgets, coordinate with nursing and activities, participate in QA/IDT meetings, and support residents’ dietary needs. The role offers certification assistance and employee recognition programs.

Qualifications

• Certified dietary manager or certified food service manager or similar national certification for food service management and safety
• Associate's or higher degree in food service management or in hospitality with coursework including food service or restaurant management
• 2+ years of experience as director of food and nutrition services in a nursing facility with completed food safety and management coursework

Responsibilities

• Direct and participate in preparation and service of meals that are safe and meet prescribed dietary needs
• Maintain food quality, portion control, and compliance with menus and orders
• Manage department budget, control costs, and order supplies
• Plan and assist with special meals for holidays and events
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate dietary staff; disciplinary actions as needed
• Ensure proper storage and handling per regulations
• Process diet orders and update diet cards and resident records
• Assess resident preferences, allergies, and nutritional risks; monthly notes
• Prepare staff schedules and cover contingencies
• Maintain clean, safe kitchen and storage environment
• Coordinate dietary services with nursing and activities
• Participate in QA and IDT meetings
• Present in-service education for staff
• Investigate workplace injuries and retraining
• Ensure compliance with all regulations
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information
• Visit residents for nutritional assessments and diet explanations
• Notify Dietitian of menu changes and document accordingly

Education

Certified dietary manager

Certified food service manager

National certification in food service management and safety

Associate's or higher degree in food service management or hospitality with relevant course

2+ years experience as director of food and nutrition services in a nursing facility + food safety course

Job description

Fleetwood Post Acute, a 102-bed Skilled Nursing Facility in Easley, SC, seeks a Dietetic Director to oversee the dietary department, plan meals, prepare food, and ensure safe, nutritious service aligned with physician orders and regulatory standards.

You will manage staff, maintain budgets, coordinate with nursing and activities, participate in QA/IDT meetings, and support residents’ dietary needs. The role offers certification assistance and employee recognition programs.