Food Service Director (CDM)

Century HCC; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Daily Pay (Tapcheck)

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

Chestnut Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking a Food Service Director (CDM) to lead the dietary department and deliver high-quality meals for residents in a healthcare setting. You will ensure meals align with physician orders, dietary guidelines, and regulatory standards while guiding a care-focused dietary team.

Ideal candidates are organized leaders with strong culinary knowledge, excellent communication, and the ability to manage staff, inventory, and compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: high school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
• Experience leading dietary departments in healthcare settings is required.
• Familiarity with physician orders, dietary guidelines, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the food service department.
• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate food service programs and activities.
• Ensure meals meet physician orders, resident preferences, and dietary guidelines.
• Coordinate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams on resident dietary needs.
• Review diet orders and assist in planning prescribed meals.
• Hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate food service staff.

Skills

Leadership

Food service management

Regulatory compliance

Communication

CDM knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Food Service Management, or related field

Job description

Food Service Director (CDM)

? Daily Pay | ? Flexible Schedules
On-Site | Full-Time | Day Shift

Chestnut Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Are you a passionate food service leader who takes pride in providing quality meals, maintaining high standards, and creating an exceptional dining experience for residents? We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Food Service Director (CDM) to lead our dietary department.

As the Food Service Director, you will oversee the daily operations of the food service department, ensuring residents receive nourishing, attractive, and well-balanced meals in accordance with physician orders, facility standards, and federal, state, and local regulations. This position plays a critical role in resident satisfaction, health, and overall quality of care.

The ideal candidate will be an organized leader with strong culinary knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage food service staff, inventory, compliance, and meal service operations.

Why Join Chestnut Hill RHC?

• Supportive leadership and team environment
• Meaningful work that directly impacts resident care and satisfaction
• Opportunity to lead and develop a strong dietary team
• Daily Pay available through Tapcheck
• Competitive benefits for eligible employees
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the daily operations of the food service department
• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate food service programs and activities
• Ensure all meals are prepared and served in accordance with physician orders, resident preferences, and dietary guidelines
• Meet with nursing, medical, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate resident dietary needs
• Review residents’ diet orders and assist in planning prescribed meal plans
• Interview residents and family members regarding food preferences and dietary history
• Monitor food preparation and meal service to ensure quality, consistency, and proper food handling procedures
• Inspect the dietary department daily to ensure compliance with sanitation, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain the kitchen, storage, and food service areas in a clean, organized, and compliant condition
• Assist with purchasing, ordering, inventory, and storage of food, supplies, and equipment
• Develop and maintain standardized recipes and menu procedures
• Monitor food waste and implement corrective actions to improve meal satisfaction and reduce waste
• Assist with planning and preparing special meals, holiday events, and resident celebrations
• Participate in resident care planning meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions
• Investigate complaints and communicate concerns or corrective actions to facility leadership
• Hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate food service staff
• Provide staff education, orientation, and ongoing training related to food service standards and safety practices
• Ensure department policies and procedures are updated annually
• Report accidents, incidents, equipment issues, and hazardous conditions immediately
• Practice and enforce safe work habits at all times
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• College degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Food Service Management, or related field preferred
• Successful completion of a food service management program preferred
• Previous experience in food service management required
• Previous long-term care, healthcare, or institutional food service experience preferred
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification preferred
• Knowledge of food service regulations, sanitation standards, and dietary requirements in a healthcare setting
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to effectively manage staff, scheduling, inventory, and meal service operations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time
• Frequent bending, stooping, stretching, reaching, and lifting required
• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to safely handle kitchen equipment, food carts, and heavy pots or supplies
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Daily Pay (Tapcheck)
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability

Schedule

• Full-Time Position
• Day Shift, Occasional Weekends
• On-site Position

Chestnut Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.