Assistant Food Service Director

Living Legends; Nashville (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Retirement Saving Options

Job summary

Northgate Health Care Facility in North Tonawanda, NY is seeking an Assistant Food Service Director to oversee daily dietary operations and support high-quality meal service, safety, and resident satisfaction. This full-time role offers a $21.25/hour rate and opportunities to lead a dedicated dietary team.

As part of The McGuire Group, the facility emphasizes compassionate, collaborative care and professional growth for staff in a CMS 4-Star environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Culinary School graduate preferred.
• Minimum 1 year in a dietary role; 6 months supervisory experience preferred.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Knowledge of food service operations and resident-centered care.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily operations of the Dietary Department, including meal service, food production, and staff supervision
• Support scheduling, training, and mentoring of dietary team members
• Help ensure compliance with food safety regulations, infection control standards, and facility policies
• Monitor food quality, resident satisfaction, and departmental performance
• Assist with inventory management, ordering supplies, and controlling food costs
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to meet resident dietary needs and preferences
• Support departmental documentation, inspections, and quality improvement initiatives
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Strong leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Team supervision

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary School graduate preferred

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

Northgate Health Care Facility
7264 NASH ROAD
TONAWANDA, NY 14120, USA

Description

Assistant Food Service Director
Rate: $21.25/hour
Shift: Full-Time

Northgate Health Care Facility is looking to add an Assistant Food Service Director to its team. In this role, you’ll help oversee daily dietary operations while supporting high-quality meal service, food safety, and resident satisfaction. If you’re a team-oriented leader who enjoys creating positive dining experiences and supporting staff success, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Located in North Tonawanda, NY, Northgate Health Care Facility is proud to be part of The McGuire Group, a recognized leader in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services throughout New York State. Recognized with a CMS 4-Star Overall Rating, Northgate is committed to delivering high-quality care while fostering a supportive and team-oriented workplace. Our employees are empowered to grow professionally, build meaningful relationships with residents, and make a positive impact every day. Join a team where compassion, collaboration, and excellence are at the heart of what we do.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the daily operations of the Dietary Department, including meal service, food production, and staff supervision
• Support scheduling, training, and mentoring of dietary team members
• Help ensure compliance with food safety regulations, infection control standards, and facility policies
• Monitor food quality, resident satisfaction, and departmental performance
• Assist with inventory management, ordering supplies, and controlling food costs
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to meet resident dietary needs and preferences
• Support departmental documentation, inspections, and quality improvement initiatives
• Perform additional duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum education requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent; Culinary School graduate preferred
• Minimum experience requirement: 1 year working in a dietary position; 6 months of supervisory experience preferred
• Food Safety Certification required
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Knowledge of food service operations and food safety practices
• Ability to work collaboratively with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service and resident-centered care

BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time and Part-Time
• Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Retirement Saving Options

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

ServSafe

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