Food Service Supervisor

Cypress Garden Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Comprehensive medical and dental cover

Employee recognition programs

Supportive, team-oriented work env

Company perks and employee discounts

Job summary

Cypress Garden Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Queens, NY is seeking a reliable Food Service Supervisor to oversee our dietary department. The role requires strong leadership, supervisory experience, and knowledge of infection control to ensure resident safety and satisfaction.

You will supervise staff, prepare schedules, ensure proper portioning and timely meal delivery, and maintain food quality.

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

Supervisory experience

Infection control

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

90-hour course in food, nutrition, and personnel management in food service

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

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