Food Service Director: Lead Meals & Kitchen Ops

12 Oaks Management; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

12 Oaks Management is seeking a Director of Food Service in Overland Park, KS to oversee the preparation and serving of meals, manage dietary staff, and ensure sanitary conditions in kitchen and dining areas.

The role requires overseeing menus, recipes, and production while maintaining compliance with health codes and budgets. Strong leadership, budgeting, and safety knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Two years of progressive and relevant experience in large-scale food service.
• Knowledge of FDA and USDA regulations regarding food handling.
• Current Safe Food Manager certificate is a plus.
• Ability to supervise and manage staff.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with ordering platforms.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to and conveys a philosophy that supports the dignity, privacy, independence, choice, and individuality of residents.
• Prepares menus and recipes and oversees production of food according to sanitation and quality standards.
• Ensures the kitchen and food service areas are maintained in a clean and safe manner and assures compliance with sanitation codes.
• Responsible for scheduling and maintaining staff within budgeted labor guidelines.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and company policies.
• Manages inventory and adheres to budgets.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Staff supervision

Safety compliance

MS Office

Ordering platforms

Education

Safe Food Manager certificate

Tools

DSSI

Sysco

Job description

12 Oaks Management is seeking a Director of Food Service in Overland Park, KS to oversee the preparation and serving of meals, manage dietary staff, and ensure sanitary conditions in kitchen and dining areas.

The role requires overseeing menus, recipes, and production while maintaining compliance with health codes and budgets. Strong leadership, budgeting, and safety knowledge are essential.