Nutrition Services Director
Company: Encompass Health
Location: Travelers Rest
Posted on: November 1, 2025
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Job Description:
Appreciated for your Nutrition Services skills Are you in search
of a career close to home and heart, where your nutrition expertise
can make a significant impact? As the Nutrition Services Director
at Encompass Health, you will lead the coordination and direction
of our Nutrition Services Department. Your responsibilities will
include setting and implementing policies and procedures that guide
cafeteria management, food preparation, budgeting, purchasing,
staff development and safety practices. If you are passionate about
having a career close to home and heart, then consider joining us
to help patients heal. A Glimpse into Our World At Encompass
Health, youll experience the difference the moment you become a
part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly
growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. Our achievements
include being named one of the "World’s Most Admired Companies" and
receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among
other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing. Starting Perks
and Benefits At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a
supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive.
From day one, you will have access to: Affordable medical, dental,
and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and
their families. Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans. Flexible
spending and health savings accounts. A vibrant community of
individuals passionate about the work they do! Become the Nutrition
Services Director you always wanted to be Manage Departmental
budget as it relates to position. Perform and document all
purchasing, receiving, and inventory control of food and supplies.
Maintain proper sanitation, temperature, and food handling
techniques to comply with regulations. Determine quality, quantity
and portion size of food required and ensure proper handling of
food. Ensure adequate staffing and management of the departments
employees. Ensure production for both patient meals and cafeteria
line are properly coordinated. Develop cafeteria menu as needed.
Purchase food, assist with and assign duties for special needs or
special occasions. Qualifications Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN)
with the Commission of Dietetic Registration (CDR) or Certified
Dietary Manager (CDM) with the Certifying Board for Dietary
Managers (CBDM) or an executive chef required. Three to five years
of healthcare clinical nutrition, or executive chef experience
required. Ten plus years healthcare food service experience, or
five plus years of healthcare management experience required.
Graduate of a Bachelor’s degree program in Dietetics, Culinary Arts
or related field preferred. Must have thorough knowledge of
nutrition and dietetics, administration, and operation of hospital
food services, and knowledge of all H.A.C.C.P. guidelines. The
Encompass Health Way We proudly set the standard in care by leading
with empathy, doing whats right, focusing on the positive, and
standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in
post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of
36,000 exceptional individuals and growing! At Encompass Health, we
celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We
provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race,
ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color,
creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected
classification. Were eagerly looking forward to meeting you, and we
genuinely mean that. Join us on this remarkable journey!
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