Dining Services Director: Lead Food Quality & Care

Healthcare Services Group, Inc; Woonsocket (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Free telemedicine Day 1

Paid holidays & vacation

401(k)

EarnedIt benefits

Financial wellness tools

Prescription discount program

Employee assistance program

Training & development

Employee recognition

Stock purchase plan

Nationwide transfer opportunities

Job summary

Healthcare Services Group, Inc. seeks a Food Service Director to lead the dining department at a long-term care facility.

You will manage food service operations, ensure quality, safety, and compliance with regulations, and work with client managers and staff to deliver superior resident experiences. The role requires an associate degree or higher in food service management, 2 years of supervisory experience, and timely certification attainment (FPM, FSM, LTC-FSM).

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in food service management or hospitality; coursework preferred.
• Two years of experience in quantity food production/service and supervision preferred.
• CDM certification preferred (or as required by state and county law).
• Must obtain Food Protection Manager (FPM) within the first 14 days of employment.
• Must obtain Food Service Manager (FSM) and Long-Term Care Food Service (LTC-FSM) certifications within the first 60 days of employment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Residency within the service area required.
• Compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the food service team to meet quality and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records of income, expenditures, food supplies, personnel, and equipment while using HCSG software.
• Conduct staff training, quality control, and in-service sessions; perform roles of dietary aide, cook, and dishwasher as needed.
• Communicate directives from client managers, building occupants, and administrators to HCSG staff effectively.
• Follow infection control, universal precautions, and handwashing procedures to maintain a sanitary environment.
• Maintain consistent attendance, punctuality, and timely completion of tasks.
• Represent HCSG positively through courteous and cooperative interactions with supervisors, co-workers, client staff, residents, and guests.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in food service management or hospitality

Two years of experience in quantity food production/service and supervision

Tools

CDM certification

FPM within 14 days

FSM and LTC-FSM within 60 days

Job description

Healthcare Services Group, Inc. seeks a Food Service Director to lead the dining department at a long-term care facility.

You will manage food service operations, ensure quality, safety, and compliance with regulations, and work with client managers and staff to deliver superior resident experiences. The role requires an associate degree or higher in food service management, 2 years of supervisory experience, and timely certification attainment (FPM, FSM, LTC-FSM).