Food Service Director

WeCare at Foltsbrook; Village of Herkimer (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Supportive work environment

Job summary

WeCare at Foltsbrook in New York is seeking a Food Service Director to oversee daily dietary operations for our skilled nursing residents. You will lead the dietary team, ensure meals meet therapeutic needs, and partner with Nursing and Administration to deliver high-quality service.

This role requires strong leadership, organization, and knowledge of sanitation and healthcare regulations. CDM/ServSafe certifications are preferred; at least one year of leadership in long-term care is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of food service leadership in skilled nursing or long-term care.
• CDM certification preferred.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets, sanitation, and healthcare regulations.
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.
• Able to manage staffing, schedules, inventory and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food service and dietary department operations.
• Supervise, schedule, train, and support dietary staff.
• Ensure meals meet resident needs, preferences, and therapeutic diets.
• Maintain CMS, state, sanitation, and food safety compliance.
• Manage food ordering, inventory, supplies, and department costs.
• Monitor kitchen cleanliness, temperatures, and sanitation practices.
• Collaborate with Nursing, Administration, and interdisciplinary team.
• Assist with survey readiness and corrective action as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Staff management

Healthcare knowledge

Education

CDM certification

ServSafe certification

Job description

FOOD SERVICE DIRECTOR

Join our growing skilled nursing team as a Food Service Director! We are seeking an experienced, organized leader to oversee daily dietary operations while ensuring residents receive high-quality meals and exceptional service.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee daily food service and dietary department operations

• Supervise, schedule, train, and support dietary staff

• Ensure meals meet resident needs, preferences, therapeutic diets, and prescribed consistencies

• Maintain compliance with CMS, state, sanitation, and food safety requirements

• Manage food ordering, inventory, supplies, and department costs

• Monitor kitchen cleanliness, food storage, temperatures, and sanitation practices

• Collaborate with Nursing, Administration, and the interdisciplinary team

• Assist with survey readiness and corrective action as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 1 year of food service leadership experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting required

• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification preferred

• ServSafe certification preferred

• Knowledge of therapeutic diets, sanitation, and healthcare food service regulations

• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills

• Ability to manage staffing, schedules, inventory, and department priorities

JOIN OUR TEAM

We offer a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.