Food Service Director

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Virginia's Dept. of Veterans Services is seeking a Food Service Director to lead the care center's food service operations, ensuring nutritious meals, health and safety compliance, and staff development. Oversight includes menus, inventory, budgets and accreditation.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and commitment to quality care for veterans in Virginia. Salary range shown and benefits available.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Dietary Manager.
• Leadership experience in healthcare or professional setting.
• Experience with therapeutic or medically necessary menus preferred.

Responsibilities

• Food Service Management: oversee large-scale operations, menu planning, cost control, sanitation.
• Lead, train and evaluate staff.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal food safety laws.
• Manage inventory and budgets.
• Maintain accreditation standards.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Development

Communication

Compliance

Education

Certified Dietary Manager

Job description

Title: Food Service Director

State Role Title:Food Service Manager III

Hiring Range: $75,000-$85,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Veterans Services

Location:J&C VCC

Agency Website:www.dvs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

We are seeking a dedicated Food Services Director that has a passion for leadership and staff development. The ideal candidate is committed to ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while delivering nutritious, high-quality meals to our residents to join our team. The Food Service Director oversees all aspects of food service operations within our care center, managing large-scale food operations that aligns with our organization’s values. Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing culinary programs, coordinating menus, inventory and budgets, and maintaining accreditation and sanitation standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Food Service Management: Strong knowledge of large-scale food service operations, menu planning, cost control, sanitation, and food safety protocols.
• Leadership & Staff Development: Ability to manage, lead, develop, train, supervise, and evaluate staff.
• Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of state and federal food safety laws, such as FDA codes, and internal policies specific to Virginia facilities.
• Inventory & Budget Management: Experience in ordering, inventory tracking, and budget forecasting.
• Equipment Proficiency: Skilled in operating and maintaining institutional kitchen equipment.
• Nutritional Knowledge: Experience preparing nutritious menus and specialized or therapeutic diets.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay and Virginia state employee benefits.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by ensuring quality care to our Veteran residents.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong leadership experience in a healthcare and/or professional organization.
• Must be a Certified Dietary Manager.
• Clinical nutrition/or food service experience preferred.

Additional Considerations

• Exceptional proven track record in Leadership positions and employee management.
• Prior experience with therapeutic or medically necessary menus in healthcare or long-term care settings.
• Experience with altered diets including preparing, testing, and training staff to IDDSI standards
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to multi-task and follow through on commitments in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Special Instructions

The Commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Excluding current DVS employees, the selected candidate MUST pass a criminal background check.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department of Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability.

If you need to obtain a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Contact Information

Name: Latarsha Jordan

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.