Food Service Director

Healthcare Services Group•Clinton, MD

9d•$65,000 - $70,000

About The Position

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is hiring a Food Service Director, also described as a Dining Services Director, to lead the dining department at a long-term care facility. The Department Manager oversees the food service program at a single site, ensuring high food quality standards, inventory management, food safety, and customer service. The role requires adherence to facility menus, federal, state, and local regulations, and HCSG policies to consistently provide quality dining services. The director leads and supports the food service team, maintains records, conducts staff training and quality control, and communicates directives to HCSG staff. The director may perform the duties of a dietary aide, cook, or dishwasher as needed. The role includes following sanitation and infection-control procedures, using protective gear and cleaning products safely, reporting equipment needs or malfunctions, and maintaining attendance, punctuality, and professional interactions. Residency within the service area is required. The offered salary range is USD $65,000 to $70,000. Rates are determined based on applicant qualifications, experience, education, and the needs and requirements of the facility serviced. HCSG describes itself as committed to positively impacting the communities it serves and to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Requirements

Two years of experience in quantity food production or service and personnel supervision preferred.
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.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push or pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods and perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
Ability to work around food and cleaning products.
Basic computer skills, including maintaining records and completing reports such as web-based reports.
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.
Two years of experience in quantity food production or service and personnel supervision.
Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification, or certification if required by state and county law.
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, and dishwasher as needed.
Effectively 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-precaution, 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.
Complete other duties as assigned.