Food Service Director

Healthcare Nursing Center; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthcare Nursing Center is seeking a Food Service Director to lead our culinary team and oversee daily operations of the food service department in a healthcare setting.

You will ensure high-quality food preparation, regulatory compliance, and patient/resident satisfaction while managing budgets and coordinating with dietary staff. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and a track record of delivering safe, nutritious meals in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service management in a healthcare setting.
• Strong leadership and staff supervision abilities.
• Knowledge of dietary regulations and standards applicable to healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise food service staff, including hiring, training, and evaluating performance.
• Develop and implement menus, nutritional plans, and food service policies and procedures.
• Oversee food preparation, production, and presentation, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Coordinate with dietary consultants and other department heads to ensure regulatory compliance and optimize operations.
• Develop and manage budgets for food, supplies, and labor.
• Meet with residents, patients, and families to gather feedback and implement improvements.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary food service environment, adhering to OSHA and local health codes.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Menu development

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

Communication

Healthcare experience

OSHA knowledge

Job description

Food Service Director

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Food Service Director to lead our culinary team in providing exceptional dining experiences to our residents and patients. As a key member of our management team, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our food service department, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and maintaining high-quality standards of food preparation and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise food service staff, including hiring, training, and evaluating performance

• Develop and implement menus, nutritional plans, and food service policies and procedures

• Oversee food preparation, production, and presentation, ensuring quality and consistency

• Coordinate with dietary consultants and other department heads to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and optimize foodservice operations

• Develop and manage budgets for food, supplies, and labor

• Meet with residents, patients, and families to gather feedback and concerns, and implement improvements accordingly

• Maintain a safe and sanitary food service environment, adhering to OSHA and local health codes

Requirements

• Experience in food service management, preferably in a healthcare setting

• Strong leadership and management skills, with experience in supervising a team

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with residents, patients, families, and staff

• Knowledge of dietary regulations and standards, including HIPAA and Joint Commission requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines