Food Service Director

CAMPBELL HALL REHABILITATION CENTER, INC.; Campbell Hall (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Supportive Environment

Job summary

Campbell Hall Rehabilitation Center is seeking an experienced Food Service Director to oversee the daily operations of the Dietary/Food Service Department and ensure residents receive nutritious, well-prepared meals aligned with dietary needs.

The role requires strong leadership, budgeting acumen, and collaboration with the Dietitian, Nursing, and administrative teams to maintain regulatory compliance and high service standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Food Service Director/Dietary Director, preferably in a skilled nursing or long-term care facility.
• Knowledge of long-term care dietary regulations and food safety requirements.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage staff and departmental operations effectively. Experience with menu planning, therapeutic diets, purchasing, inventory, and budgeting.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) credential preferred, as applicable.
• Knowledge of CMS and New York State Department of Health requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all daily operations of the Food Service/Dietary Department.
• Ensure residents receive nutritious, appealing, and appropriately prepared meals according to their individual dietary needs and preferences.
• Supervise, schedule, train, and evaluate dietary employees.
• Ensure compliance with CMS, NYS Department of Health, and applicable food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Work with Dietitian, Nursing, Administrator and interdisciplinary team on resident nutritional needs.
• Review menus and ensure appropriate therapeutic and special diets are provided.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, meal temperatures, presentation and service.
• Maintain proper food storage, labeling, inventory rotation, and sanitation procedures.
• Manage food ordering, inventory, purchasing, and department expenses while maintaining budgetary controls.
• Conduct regular department audits and implement corrective action when necessary.
• Respond to resident concerns and ensure satisfaction with meals and dining services.
• Maintain accurate dietary records and required documentation.
• Ensure staff follow infection control, food safety and workplace safety procedures.
• Participate in surveys, inspections, QAPI initiatives, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Develop and maintain departmental policies and procedures.
• Ensure adequate staffing and efficient department operations.

Job description

Campbell Hall Rehabilitation Center is seeking an experienced and dedicated Food Service Director to oversee the daily operations of our Dietary/Food Service Department. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader who is committed to providing high-quality, nutritious meals and exceptional service to our residents while maintaining compliance with all federal and New York State regulations.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all daily operations of the Food Service/Dietary Department.
• Ensure residents receive nutritious, appealing, and appropriately prepared meals according to their individual dietary needs and preferences.
• Supervise, schedule, train, and evaluate dietary employees.
• Ensure compliance with CMS, NYS Department of Health, and applicable food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Work closely with the Dietitian, Nursing Department, Administrator, and interdisciplinary team regarding resident nutritional needs.
• Review menus and ensure appropriate therapeutic and special diets are provided.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, meal temperatures, presentation, and service.
• Maintain proper food storage, labeling, inventory rotation, and sanitation procedures.
• Manage food ordering, inventory, purchasing, and department expenses while maintaining budgetary controls.
• Conduct regular department audits and implement corrective action when necessary.
• Respond appropriately to resident concerns and ensure resident satisfaction with meals and dining services.
• Maintain accurate dietary records and required documentation.
• Ensure staff follow infection control, food safety, and workplace safety procedures.
• Participate in surveys, inspections, QAPI initiatives, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Develop and maintain departmental policies and procedures.
• Ensure adequate staffing and efficient department operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Food Service Director/Dietary Director, preferably in a skilled nursing or long-term care facility.
• Knowledge of long-term care dietary regulations and food safety requirements.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage staff and departmental operations effectively.Experience with menu planning, therapeutic diets, purchasing, inventory, and budgeting.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) credential preferred, as applicable.
• Knowledge of CMS and New York State Department of Health requirements preferred.

We Offer

• Health and Dental Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• Sick Time.
• Paid Holidays.
• Supportive and professional work environment.

Campbell Hall Rehabilitation Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.