Food Service Director

Panacea Health Corp; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits plan + 401k

Core benefits start first day

Generous PTO (vacation, sick, personal

Enhanced employee referral program

Increased PTO for holidays, vacation,

Industry-leading orientation & ongoing

Job summary

Spring Creek in Harrisburg, PA seeks a Food Services Director to lead the Dietary Department and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local standards. The role requires supervisory healthcare experience and knowledge of dietary practices, cost control, and ServSafe certification.

You will collaborate with Nursing, Activities, Housekeeping, and other departments to uphold quality dining services while aligning with SH.A.R.E values and resident-centered care.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of an ADA-approved dietetic training program.
• CDM certification required.
• Food Service Sanitation certification (ServSafe).
• Culinary or Hospitality degree preferred.
• Minimum three years of supervisory hospital/nursing care facility experience.
• Knowledge of dietary practices, laws, and guidelines governing dietary functions in a nursing care setting.
• Experience in cost control, food management, and diet therapy.
• Registered as a Food Service Director in this state.
• Post-offer, pre-employment background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct the dietary department in line with applicable standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable facility dining area.
• Conduct weekly inspections to ensure quality control.
• Coordinate dietary services with Nursing, Activities, Housekeeping, and other departments.
• Submit accident and incident reports within 24 hours.
• Inspect dietary areas for sanitation, order, and safety.
• Support survey preparations and inspections.
• Explain dietary decisions and maintain communication with residents and families.
• Supervise personnel and manage supplies and equipment.
• Seek improvements and implement new dining services practices.
• Read and interpret dining service cost reports and financial data.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Dietary practices & regulations

Cost control & food management

Hospitality / customer service

Team leadership & training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited dietetic training program (ADA approved)

Culinary or Hospitality degree preferred

CDM Certification

Tools

Food Service Sanitation (ServSafe) Certification

Job description

Location: 1205 S 28th St, Harrisburg, PA 17111

Spring Creek currently has a great opportunity for a Food Services Director! We are looking for compassionate and enthusiastic candidates to join our exceptional team of caregivers!

Benefits of the Food Services Director

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan and 401k
• Core Benefits start the first day of the month following date of hire!
• NEW Generous PTO to include Vacation, Sick, and Personal time
• Enhanced Employee Referral Program
• NEW INCREASED PTO to include holidays, vacation and sick time.
• Industry leading orientation and training with on-going management support.
• Employee recognition through various awards and recognition programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Continuous professional training.

Requirements of the Food Services Director

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or GED
• Must graduate from an accredited course in dietetic training approved by the ADA
• Must possess a Food Service Sanitation (serv safe) certification
• Culinary or Hospitality Degree Preferred
• CDM Certification Required
• Must have, as a minimum, three (3) years experience in a supervisory capacity in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility
• Must be knowledgeable of dietary practices and procedures, as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing dietary functions in a nursing care facility
• Must have training in cost control, food management, diet therapy, etc.
• Must be registered as a Food Service Director in this state.
• Must successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check and physical / drug screen.

Responsibilities of the Food Services Director

• Plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Dietary Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing our Facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator
• Assure that our Facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner
• Make weekly inspections of all dietary functions to assure that quality control measures are continually maintained
• Assist the Dietary staff as well as assume responsibility and accountability of directing the dietary department
• Coordinate dietary services and activities with other related departments (Nursing, Activities, Housekeeping, etc)
• Submit accident and incident reports within 24 hours
• Inspect all dietary areas for upkeep and supply control
• Participate in survey's and inspections
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Provide exceptional hospitality and communication to our residents, family members, guests and team members.
• Responsible for carrying out Dining Services practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations and guidelines governing dining services functions in nursing care facilities.
• Work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
• Maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of dining services areas; must perform regular inspections of dining service areas for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties.
• Seek out new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing dining services practices.
• Read and interpret Dining Services cost reports, financial data, etc.
• Relate information concerning a resident’s condition.

A team centered culture that supports our values of S.H.A.R.E. (Service, Honesty, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) drive our daily activities with all we interact with.

Spring Creek is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable Federal, State and Local civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, and protected veteran status.