Food service director

RegalCare at Lowell; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

RegalCare at Lowell is seeking a Food Service Director to lead the department, overseeing menus, meal plans, and service quality for patients and residents. This role requires coordinating with clinical and support staff, managing the food service team, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The director will drive budget management and cost-efficient operations while contributing to patient satisfaction initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must-have leadership and team-management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate with clinical and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the food service department.
• Develop menus and meal plans aligned with patient needs.
• Manage procurement, preparation, and service operations.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and best practices.
• Prepare and manage department budgets for cost efficiency.
• Support quality improvement to enhance patient satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Food Service Director to join our team at RegalCare at Lowell, a leading healthcare organization committed to providing exceptional care and services to our patients and residents. As a Food Service Director, you will be responsible for overseeing the operational management of our food service department, ensuring the highest quality of service and patient satisfaction.

FOOD SERVICE DIRECTOR

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Food Service Director to join our team at RegalCare at Lowell, a leading healthcare organization committed to providing exceptional care and services to our patients and residents. As a Food Service Director, you will be responsible for overseeing the operational management of our food service department, ensuring the highest quality of service and patient satisfaction.

About the Role

As a Food Service Director at RegalCare at Lowell, you will be responsible for the overall direction and management of our food service operations. This includes:

• Developing and implementing menus, meal plans, and food service programs that meet the nutritional needs of our patients and residents
• Managing a team of dietary staff, including hiring, training, and evaluating performance
• Coordinating with our clinical and support staff to ensure seamless meal delivery and patient satisfaction
• Maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices for food service operations
• Developing and managing department budgets and ensuring cost-effective operations

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of dietary staff, including food service assistants, cooks, and dietitians
• Develop and implement menus and meal plans that meet the nutritional needs of our patients and residents
• Coordinate with clinical and support staff to ensure meal delivery and patient satisfaction
• Manage food service operations, including food procurement, preparation, and service
• Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices for food service operations
• Develop and manage department budgets and ensure cost-effective operations
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to continuously improve patient satisfaction and outcomes

Requirements

• FOOD SERVICE DIRECTOR with a minimum of 0 years of experience in food service management, preferably in a healthcare setting
• Strong leadership and management skills, with experience in supervising and mentoring a team
• Ability to develop and implement menus and meal plans that meet the nutritional needs of patients and residents
• Knowledge of food service operations, including food procurement, preparation, and service
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities

Why Join Our Team

RegalCare at Lowell is committed to providing a work environment that is conducive to supporting employee growth and development. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional advancement.