Dietary Director: Leading Nursing Dining Excellence

National Health- White Oak Group; York (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

National Health- White Oak Group seeks a compassionate Dietary Director to lead the food service team at White Oak Manor York, a 109-bed skilled nursing center in York, SC. The role focuses on high-quality meal service, regulatory compliance, and strong nutrition care for residents.

Responsibilities include overseeing staff, budgets, and food safety programs, while supporting clinical nutrition needs in a long-term care environment.

Qualifications

• CDM or CFPP certification preferred.
• Associate’s degree or higher in food service, nutrition, or related field.
• Healthcare or long-term care food service experience.
• Experience managing staff, food quality, and compliance.
• Menu planning and therapeutic diets knowledge preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Budgeting, inventory, and cost control experience.
• Organized with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily dietary department operations in compliance with regulations.
• Hire, train, and manage dietary staff while maintaining schedules and performance standards.
• Maintain food preparation standards, menus, and therapeutic diet compliance.
• Monitor meal quality, presentation, and timely service.
• Ensure adherence to HACCP sanitation and health regulations.
• Oversee safe food handling, storage, and inspection readiness.
• Manage diet orders and collaborate with clinical teams to support resident needs.
• Assist in addressing nutritional risks and supporting care plans.
• Control department budget, purchasing, and inventory.
• Improve efficiency through waste reduction and process improvements.
• Work with residents, families, staff, and vendors.
• Support meetings, committees, and special events.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Menu planning

Education

CDM/CFPP certification preferred

Associate degree or higher in food service or nutrition

Job description

National Health- White Oak Group seeks a compassionate Dietary Director to lead the food service team at White Oak Manor York, a 109-bed skilled nursing center in York, SC. The role focuses on high-quality meal service, regulatory compliance, and strong nutrition care for residents.

Responsibilities include overseeing staff, budgets, and food safety programs, while supporting clinical nutrition needs in a long-term care environment.