Dining Services Department Manager

Healthcare Services Group•Aurora, CO

3d•$65,000 - $72,000

About The Position

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is seeking a Dining Services Department Manager to lead the dining department at a recovery facility. The manager oversees the food service program at a single site, ensuring high food quality, effective inventory management, food safety, and good customer service. The role requires following facility menus, applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and HCSG policies to provide consistent dining services. The manager leads and supports the food service team, maintains operational records, conducts training and quality control, and may perform the duties of a dietary aide, cook, or dishwasher as needed. The position also involves communicating directives, maintaining a sanitary and safe environment, reporting equipment needs or malfunctions, and interacting courteously with residents, guests, facility staff, and HCSG colleagues. The position offers a stated pay range of $65,000–$72,000 per year. Residency within the service area is required. The role requires compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies and the ability to perform physical and repetitive tasks in a food-service environment.

Requirements

At least two years of experience in quantity food production or service and personnel supervision.
Must obtain Food Protection Manager (FPM) certification within the first 14 days of employment.
Must obtain Food Service Manager (FSM) and Long-Term Care Food Service (LTC-FSM) certifications within the first 60 days of employment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Maintain a positive attitude and communicate effectively with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership.
Comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies.
Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push or pull up to 50 pounds.
Able to stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods and perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
Able to work around food and cleaning products.
Basic computer skills, including maintaining records and completing required reports using web-based systems.
Residency within the service area is required.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, including coursework in food service or restaurant management, is highly preferred.
May be required to complete an approved sanitation and safety course.

Responsibilities

Oversee the food service program at a single site, including food quality, inventory management, food safety, and customer service.
Follow facility menus, applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and HCSG policies.
Lead and support the food service team in meeting quality and safety standards.
Maintain accurate records of income, expenditures, food supplies, personnel, and equipment using HCSG computer software.
Conduct staff training, quality control, and in-service sessions.
Perform the duties of a dietary aide, cook, or dishwasher as needed.
Communicate directives from client managers, building occupants, and administrators to HCSG staff.
Use protective gear and ensure cleaning solutions are mixed and used safely.
Report equipment needs or malfunctions promptly.
Follow infection control, universal precautions, and handwashing procedures to maintain a sanitary environment.
Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality and complete tasks on time.
Represent HCSG positively through courteous and cooperative interactions with supervisors, co-workers, client staff, residents, and guests.
Perform other duties as assigned.