Director of Food Services - Long-Term Care

Yona Eagle; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Employer paid life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wages on demand

Discount & wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Yona Eagle is seeking a dedicated Food Services Director to lead the dietary department at a long-term care facility in New Jersey. You will oversee staffing, budgeting, and regulatory compliance while ensuring high-quality food service and resident satisfaction.

The role requires an associate degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, with prior supervisory experience in long-term care. Certifications such as ServSafe and CDM/CFPP are preferred, along with strong interpersonal

Qualifications

• Associate's or higher degree in food service management or in hospitality, including a course of study in food service or restaurant management from an accredited institution of higher learning
• Food service supervisory experience required; at least two years experience in long term care preferred
• ServSafe Certification for Managers, National Restaurant Association
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM/CFPP) issued by ANFP, per certifying board guidance
• Proficient in Windows-based office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Interviews, hires and orients dietary staff
• Trains workers in procedures and proper operation and maintenance of equipment
• Plans, organizes, directs, coordinates and supervises functions and activities of the departments
• Supervises and evaluates the quality of work completed by department employees
• Forecasts and plans the purchase of supplies and equipment
• Plans work and staffing schedules to ensure adequate services are rendered; maintains proper staffing levels
• Maintains required records including inventory, compliance, income/expense, and personnel records
• Conducts regular management staff meetings and coordinates dietary activities with other departments
• Manages a cost-effective program to budget
• Maintains survey-ready operations and regulatory compliance
• Maintains excellent relations with residents, visitors, and community departments
• Participates in facility meetings and committees
• Follows all company policies and procedures
• Promotes professional growth of the departmental team
• Conducts QA rounds and inspections for quality controls
• Reports monthly initiatives, goals, and accomplishments
• Promotes and monitors resident satisfaction
• Ensures a clean, safe and sanitary food service operation

Skills

Staff motivation

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Under pressure

Customer service

Organizational skills

Follow-through

Shift flexibility

Education

Food service/ Hospitality degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Yona Eagle is seeking a dedicated Food Services Director to lead the dietary department at a long-term care facility in New Jersey. You will oversee staffing, budgeting, and regulatory compliance while ensuring high-quality food service and resident satisfaction.

The role requires an associate degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, with prior supervisory experience in long-term care. Certifications such as ServSafe and CDM/CFPP are preferred, along with strong interpersonal