Regional Director of Dining Services

Panacea Health; Pennsylvania; Remote; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Panacea Health Corp is seeking a dynamic Regional Director of Dining Services to lead dining operations across multiple healthcare facilities. The role demands strong leadership, regulatory compliance, and a focus on nutritionally rich, safe meals for residents.

Remote for PA residents with statewide travel; experience with EMR/EHR systems is preferred. You will oversee budgets, staff development, and collaboration with clinical teams to tailor dietary plans that meet residents’ needs while

Qualifications

• Experience in dining services within skilled nursing facilities.
• Strong knowledge of dietary care and clinical nutrition in patient settings.
• Proven ability to lead multi-site teams and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, implementation, and supervision of dining services across multiple locations.
• Lead and manage food service teams, including hiring, training, scheduling, and evaluations.
• Ensure health regulation compliance, safety standards, and quality dining experiences.
• Develop and manage budgets for each facility’s dietary department.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to plan nutritionally appropriate care for residents.
• Monitor food production processes to deliver nutritious meals meeting needs.
• Utilize EHR systems to document care plans and dietary assessments.
• Train staff on safety, hygiene, and best practices in food service.
• Coordinate with healthcare teams on nutrition strategies and assessments.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in service delivery and trends.

Skills

Healthcare leadership

Team leadership

Budget management

Food safety & compliance

Nutritional care

EMR/EHR familiarity

Staff training

Regulatory knowledge

Communication with clinical staff

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Regional Director of Dining Services

Remote - Applicants Must Live in Pennsylvania; Frequent Travel Statewide is Required

Panacea Health Corp is seeking a dynamic and experienced Regional Director of Dining Services to lead and elevate dining operations across multiple healthcare facilities. This pivotal role requires a passionate leader who thrives in managing food service teams, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and delivering exceptional nutritional care to residents. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of dietary management within skilled nursing facilities, demonstrating strong leadership, strategic planning, and operational excellence. Join us to make a meaningful impact on residents’ quality of life through innovative dining solutions and compassionate service.

Duties

• Oversee the planning, implementation, and supervision of all dining services across multiple locations, ensuring consistency and high standards of quality.
• Lead and manage food service teams, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations to foster a motivated and efficient workforce.
• Ensure compliance with all health regulation policies, food safety standards, and local health codes to maintain a safe dining environment.
• Develop and manage budgets for each facility’s dietary department, including food purchasing, inventory control, and cost analysis to optimize resources.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to develop personalized care plans that incorporate nutritional needs, including tube feeding protocols and dietary restrictions.
• Conduct regular assessments of food production processes, ensuring the delivery of nutritious, appealing meals that meet residents’ preferences and dietary requirements.
• Utilize electronic health records (EHR) systems for documenting care plans, tracking dietary assessments, and maintaining accurate records in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Monitor food safety management practices through routine inspections and staff training to uphold the highest standards of hygiene and safety.
• Coordinate with healthcare teams on diagnostic evaluations and patient assessments to tailor nutrition strategies effectively.
• Lead initiatives for continuous improvement in food service delivery by analyzing feedback, implementing best practices, and staying current with industry trends.

Skills

• Proven experience in skilled nursing facilities dining services with a strong understanding of patient assessment and clinical nutrition.
• Expertise in managing food service teams within dietary departments, including supervising staff and overseeing food production operations.
• Deep knowledge of health regulation policies related to food safety management and health code compliance.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams, manage budgets effectively, and drive operational excellence.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for managing electronic health records related to care plans and dietary documentation.
• Experience with tube feeding protocols, acute care nutrition needs, and diagnostic evaluation processes.
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with clinical staff, residents’ families, and external partners.
• Ability to oversee food service health code compliance while maintaining high standards of quality assurance.
• Knowledge of physiology as it relates to nutrition science to support clinical dietetics initiatives.
• Demonstrated success in managing food safety programs, budgeting processes, and implementing innovative food production methods.

Join us as a Regional Director of Dining Services where your leadership will shape exceptional dining experiences that promote health, well-being, and happiness for our residents!
Panacea Health Corp is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable Federal, State and Local civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, and protected veteran status.