Food Service Supervisor

Excelsior Care Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Generous PTO

Medical and dental coverage

Employee recognition programs

Team-oriented environment

Discounts and perks

Job summary

Excelsior Care Group is seeking a Food Service Supervisor for Cypress Garden Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Queens, NY. The role oversees the dietary department, leads staff, and ensures infection control and high-quality service for residents.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of supervisory experience, strong leadership, and knowledge of safe food handling. This full-time on-site position includes benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a 90-hour course in food, nutrition, and personnel management in food service (or equivalent).
• 1–2 years of supervisory experience, preferably in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF).
• Knowledge of infection control standards and safe food handling practices.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train dietary staff to provide high-quality food service.
• Prepare and maintain employee work schedules.
• Monitor attendance, professionalism, and proper appearance of staff.
• Oversee food distribution, ensuring proper portion sizes and tray presentation.
• Ensure timely meal delivery and pick-up for residents.
• Maintain food quality, including correct temperatures and appealing presentation.
• Assist with food preparation and service when necessary.
• Visit resident areas weekly to evaluate satisfaction and service standards.
• Enforce infection control and sanitation procedures in all food service areas.
• Oversee the safe use and maintenance of kitchen equipment; report issues promptly.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Infection control

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

90-hour course in food, nutrition and personnel management

Job description

Position: Food Service Supervisor
Facility: Cypress Garden Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
Location: Queens, New York
Shift: Full Time |
Salary: $25.00 per hour

Join Our Team!

Cypress Garden Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a reliable and experienced Food Service Supervisor to oversee our dietary department. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, proven supervisory experience, and knowledge of infection control practices to ensure the safety and satisfaction of our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and train dietary staff to provide high-quality food service.
• Prepare and maintain employee work schedules.
• Monitor attendance, professionalism, and proper appearance of staff.
• Oversee food distribution, ensuring proper portion sizes and tray presentation.
• Ensure timely meal delivery and pick-up for residents.
• Maintain food quality, including correct temperatures and appealing presentation.
• Assist with food preparation and service when necessary.
• Visit resident areas weekly to evaluate satisfaction and service standards.
• Enforce infection control and sanitation procedures in all food service areas.
• Oversee the safe use and maintenance of kitchen equipment; report issues promptly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a 90-hour course in food, nutrition, and personnel management in food service (or equivalent).
• 1–2 years of supervisory experience, preferably in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF).
• Knowledge of infection control standards and safe food handling practices.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Employee recognition programs
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Company perks and employee discounts