Food Service Director

Pollak Innovative Management Partners; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Food Service Director to oversee the Culinary and Nutritional Department. The role involves managing staff, ensuring quality services, and maintaining compliance with health standards. This entry-level position offers a competitive salary and full-time employment. The ideal candidate will have experience in operations and customer relations, as well as a strong understanding of financial management.

Qualifications

• Experience with labor unions and contract compliance.
• Handles hiring, orientation, performance evaluation, and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, and directs the Culinary and Nutritional Services Department.
• Ensures residents’ nutritional needs are met.
• Maintains a quality assurance program for the Culinary and Nutritional Services Department.

Skills

Operations Management

Customer Relations

Quality Assurance

Financial Management

Human Resource Management

Tools

Menu Planning Software

Job description

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Food Service Director

The Food Service Director plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Culinary and Nutritional Department in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations to ensure that quality nutritional services are provided on a daily basis and that the culinary services are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner.

Food Service Director Essential Activities and Tasks

Operations Management

• 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 to ensure they are plate-able and appetizing by following planned menus and using standard recipes.
• Ensures stock levels of food, supplies, and equipment are maintained at adequate levels through effective purchasing and inventory management.
• Ensures residents’ nutritional needs are met.
• Coordinates services with other departments (e.g., Nursing, Maintenance, Housekeeping).
• Plans and executes catering and special events.

Customer Relations and Service Management

• Listens and responds to the needs of residents and staff.
• Reviews and responds to complaints and grievances.
• Serves on committees and attends meetings, providing reports on services and activities.
• Maintains confidentiality of resident care information.

Quality, Compliance, and Risk Management

• Ensures appropriate nutritional care, including assessments, charting, and diet audits.
• Maintains a quality assurance program for the Culinary and Nutritional Services Department.
• Ensures work areas and equipment are maintained in a clean, sanitary, and safe manner.
• Develops and implements corrective plans for deficiencies noted during inspections.
• Works on emergency disaster programs.

Financial/Assets Management, Administration, and Reporting

• Follows the departmental budget.
• Maintains equipment and supplies.
• Manages menus and records, utilizing menu planning software.

Human Resource Management and Development

• Manages all Culinary and Nutritional Services staff.
• Experience with labor unions and contract compliance.
• Handles hiring, orientation, performance evaluation, and staff development.
• Participates in training programs and staffing planning.

Additional Information

• Competitive salary.
• Seniority level: Entry level.
• Employment type: Full-time.
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing.
• Industry: Staffing and Recruiting.

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Location: Chicago, IL | Salary: $130,000.00-$170,000.00 | 2 days ago