Director, Culinary & Nutritional Services

M2 HEALTHCARE LTD; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

M2 HEALTHCARE LTD is seeking a Food Service Director to lead the Culinary and Nutritional Services Department, ensuring high-quality meals, strict cleanliness, and regulatory compliance in a care-focused setting.

The role requires directing staff, coordinating with Nursing and Maintenance, managing budgets, and overseeing quality assurance and emergency planning to support resident well-being and satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• The Food Service Director (FSD) plans, develops, and directs the Culinary and Nutritional Services Department and its activities.
• Plans, develops, and directs the entire staff.
• Supervises and may assist in preparation of all products and meals so they are plate-able and appetizing by following planned menus and using standard recipes.
• Ensures stock levels of staple/non-staple food, supplies, equipment, etc. are maintained at adequate levels through purchasing and inventory processes.
• Ensures residents’ nutritional needs are met.
• Coordinates services and activities with other departments (e.g. Nursing, Maintenance, Housekeeping).
• Plans and executes catering needs and special events.
• Listens and responds to residents’ and staff needs.
• Reviews and responds to complaints and grievances from residents and staff regarding all areas of responsibility.
• Serves on various committees and reports on services and activities regarding the department.
• Maintains confidentiality of resident care information.
• Develops and carries out appropriate nutritional care for every resident with assessments, charting, Plan of Care attendance, diet order auditing, and intake monitoring.
• Maintains ongoing quality assurance for Culinary and Nutritional Services.
• Ensures that work areas and equipment are clean, sanitary, and safe.
• Reviews, develops, and implements plans of correction for concerns noted during QA and inspections.
• Develops and maintains emergency disaster programs (fire, severe weather, etc.).
• Follows the departmental budget and maintains operations within it.
• Maintains menus per policies and procedures and uses menu planning software.
• Maintains current records per company standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Directly or indirectly manages all department staff and promotes performance excellence.
• Supports union and contract compliance and oversees staff evaluations and development.

Job description

M2 HEALTHCARE LTD is seeking a Food Service Director to lead the Culinary and Nutritional Services Department, ensuring high-quality meals, strict cleanliness, and regulatory compliance in a care-focused setting.

The role requires directing staff, coordinating with Nursing and Maintenance, managing budgets, and overseeing quality assurance and emergency planning to support resident well-being and satisfaction.