Food Service Director

American Medical Associates; Woodmere (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in healthcare is seeking a Food Service Director located near Valley Stream, NY. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in long-term care, with a strong background in food service management, including overseeing menu creation, kitchen operations, and staff management. Candidates should possess excellent leadership and communication skills and be knowledgeable in food safety practices.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Food Service Director in long-term care required.
• Knowledge of food preparation and handling techniques.
• Ability to develop and manage food service policies.

Responsibilities

• Direct purchasing, receiving, and preparation of food products.
• Create menus, develop recipes, and oversee kitchen operations.
• Train and manage kitchen staff, ensuring compliance with regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Communication

Safety and Sanitation

Job description

Food Service Director

Located near Valley Stream, NY

Salary: Starting at $70K; Based on previous experience

Qualifications:

• Must have prior experience in long-term care as a Food Service Director
• Comprehensive knowledge of food preparation and handling technique
• General knowledge of safety and sanitation rules and practices
• Must be able to develop, manage, and maintain food service policies
• Proven Leadership & Management skills
• Strong verbal & written communication skills

Responsibilities:

• Directs the purchasing, receiving, storing and preparing of food and related products
• Creating the menu, developing recipes, and overseeing kitchen staff, operations, inventory, DOH regulations compliance and orders
• Responsible for training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates
• Properly opens the Food Service on shift assigned
• Schedules department working hours, personnel, and work assignments to maintain quality service
• Interviews, hires, and trains associates and maintains excellent relationships with clients
• Develops, manages, and maintains food service policies and procedures

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