Director of Food Service Certified Dietary Manager

Elevate Care Riverwoods; Riverwoods (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Benefits

Career Growth

Supportive Work Environment

Job summary

Elevate Care Riverwoods in Illinois seeks a Director of Food Service to lead our dietary operations, ensuring residents receive high-quality, nutritious meals in a compassionate setting.

The ideal candidate has healthcare food service leadership experience, is a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), and can recruit, train, and manage a diverse team while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare food service management.
• CDM certification is required.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of state and federal dietary regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Passion for providing quality meals and enhancing resident experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations — oversee all aspects of food service, including meal preparation, service, and sanitation.
• Ensure compliance — health, safety, and dietary regulations adherence.
• Menu planning & nutrition — collaborate with dietitians to create nutritious meal options.
• Team leadership — recruit, train, and supervise staff, fostering a positive work culture.
• Budget management — monitor expenses and maintain cost-effective operations.
• Resident satisfaction — engage with residents to meet preferences and dietary needs.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

CDM certification

Job description

Now Hiring: Director of Food Service - Elevate Care!

Are you a passionate and experienced food service leader looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in healthcare? Elevate Care is seeking a Director of Food Service to oversee our dietary operations and ensure residents receive high-quality, nutritious meals in a welcoming environment.

Why Join Elevate Care?

• Competitive Salary - We value and reward your expertise.
• Comprehensive Benefits - Health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Career Growth - Opportunities for professional development and leadership advancement.
• Supportive Work Environment - Join a team dedicated to excellence in resident care.

Your Responsibilities:

• Manage Daily Operations - Oversee all aspects of food service, including meal preparation, service, and sanitation.
• Ensure Compliance - Maintain adherence to health, safety, and dietary regulations.
• Menu Planning & Nutrition - Collaborate with dietitians to create delicious and nutritious meal options.
• Team Leadership - Recruit, train, and supervise food service staff, fostering a positive work culture.
• Budget Management - Monitor expenses and maintain cost-effective food service operations.
• Resident Satisfaction - Engage with residents to ensure meals meet their preferences and dietary needs.

Qualifications:

• Experience in Food Service Management (Healthcare or long-term care preferred).
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) (Required).
• Strong Leadership & Organizational Skills.
• Knowledge of State & Federal Dietary Regulations.
• Excellent Communication & Interpersonal Abilities.
• Passion for Providing Quality Meals & Enhancing Resident Experience.

Elevate Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.