Food Service Director - Healthcare

Aventura at Assumption; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aventura at Assumption Village in North Lima, Ohio is seeking a Food Service Director to lead the Dietary Department, ensure safe food handling, and provide nutritious, resident-focused meals in a clean, welcoming dining environment.

The role requires a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate with Nursing, Housekeeping, and Social Services to meet individual dietary needs and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Must hold CDM certification.
• Knowledge of nutrition and therapeutic diets.
• Ability to lead dietary staff in a healthcare setting.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with food safety procedures and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily dietary operations and staff adherence to policies.
• Coordinate dietary services with Nursing, Housekeeping, and Social Services.
• Conduct rounds to monitor meal service, quality, and sanitation.
• Maintain menus and dietary records according to policy.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and facility standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Nutrition & diets

Food safety

Operations management

Education

CDM certification

Job description

Now Hiring: Food Service Director

Come Join Our Team in North Lima, Ohio at Aventura at Assumption Village.

Are you a dedicated food service professional who enjoys leading a team and making a difference in the lives of others? Join our healthcare team as a Food Service Director and help ensure our residents receive nutritious, delicious meals in a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment.

We are looking for a qualified, Certified Dietary Manager to oversee daily dietary operations, support our food service team, and ensure residents receive quality meals that meet their individual nutritional needs and prescribed diets.

Position Summary

The Food Service Director is responsible for managing and directing the overall operation of the Dietary Department in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, facility policies, and the direction of the Administrator. This position ensures quality nutritional services, safe food preparation and handling, proper sanitation, and personalized meal services that support residents’ health and well-being.

Key Responsibilities

Dietary Department Management

• Oversee daily dietary operations and ensure staff follow established policies, procedures, and food safety standards.

• Coordinate dietary services with Nursing, Housekeeping, Social Services, and other departments.

• Conduct daily rounds to monitor staff performance, meal service, food quality, and sanitation.

• Ensure kitchen equipment is properly used, cleaned, maintained, and sanitized.

• Monitor food storage areas, supplies, and inventory to maintain cleanliness, organization, and adequate stock.

• Maintain menus, dietary records, and documentation according to facility policies.

• Participate in facility inspections, surveys, mandatory meetings, and staff training.

Resident Nutrition and Meal Planning

• Help assess residents’ nutritional needs and develop individualized dietary care plans.

• Review and update dietary assessments and care plans as needed, at least quarterly.

• Plan regular and therapeutic menus in accordance with physician orders and residents’ dietary requirements.

• Process new diets and diet changes received from Nursing Services.

• Ensure residents receive appropriate meals, nourishing bedtime snacks, and suitable food substitutions when they refuse menu items.

• Review residents’ dietary needs upon admission and assist with discharge nutrition planning.

• Ensure appropriate adaptive equipment and utensils are available for residents who need assistance with eating.

• Monitor meal quality, portion sizes, resident preferences, and overall satisfaction.

• Communicate with residents and families to understand dietary histories, preferences, and individual needs.

• Maintain accurate and informative dietary progress notes documenting services provided and residents’ responses.

• Work with residents and families to establish appropriate nutritional goals and care plans.

Team Leadership and Compliance

• Support, guide, and assist dietary staff in performing their daily responsibilities.

• Help ensure employees understand residents’ dietary care plans and follow appropriate procedures.

• Promote a clean, safe, sanitary, and organized kitchen and dining environment.

• Ensure food service practices comply with applicable regulations, physician orders, and facility standards.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Administrator.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM).

• Knowledge of food service operations, nutrition, therapeutic diets, and food safety practices.

• Ability to lead and support dietary staff in a healthcare or long-term care setting.

• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.

• Ability to maintain accurate records and follow applicable regulations and facility policies.

• Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, sanitation procedures, and safe food handling.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, our company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.