Food Service Director

Healthcare Services Group, Inc.•Louisa, KY

5d•$55,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Director leads the dining department at a long-term care facility and oversees the food service program at a single site. The role ensures high food quality standards, inventory management, food safety, and customer service while following facility menus, applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and HCSG policies. The director leads and supports the food service team, maintains records using HCSG computer software, conducts training and quality-control activities, and helps perform dietary aide, cook, and dishwasher duties as needed. The role also communicates directives to HCSG staff, supports safe and sanitary operations, and represents HCSG professionally in interactions with residents, guests, client staff, and colleagues.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, including food service or restaurant management coursework, preferred.
Two years of experience in quantity food production or service and personnel supervision preferred.
Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification preferred or as required by state and county law.
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; stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods.
Able to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
Able to work around food and cleaning products.
Basic computer skills, including the ability to maintain records and complete required reports, including web-based reporting.
May be required to complete an approved sanitation and safety course.
Residency within the service area is required.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, including food service or restaurant management coursework.
Two years of experience in quantity food production or service and personnel supervision.
Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification, unless required by state and county law.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the food service team to meet quality and safety standards.
Oversee the food service program at a single site, including food quality, inventory management, food safety, and customer service.
Follow facility menus, applicable regulations, and HCSG policies.
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 dietary aide, cook, and dishwasher duties as needed.
Communicate directives from client managers, building occupants, and administrators to HCSG staff.
Use protective gear, ensure safe mixing and use of cleaning solutions, and promptly report equipment needs or malfunctions.
Follow infection control, universal precautions, and handwashing procedures.
Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality, and complete tasks on time.
Interact courteously and cooperatively with supervisors, co-workers, client staff, residents, and guests.
Perform other duties as assigned.