Food Services Supervisor

AcuteCare Health System LLC•East Brunswick Township, NJ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about helping older adults live meaningful, independent lives at home with grace and dignity? BoldAge PACE is an all-inclusive program of care, personalized to meet the individual health and well-being needs of our participants. Our approach is simple: We listen to our participants and their caregivers to truly understand their needs and desires. Under the supervision of the Operations Director, the Food Services Supervisor will plan, organize and manage the daily operation of the Food Services Department. This position performs meal services and assumes general responsibility for the kitchen and food services. This position will collaborate with contracted food service providers if utilized by the PO to ensure the food received meets the necessary dietary guidelines and the BoldAge standard of quality. The Food Services Supervisor must act in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern the facility to ensure that quality food services are provided daily, and that the food services department is maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Serve Safe Certified
Two years working in dietary services including meal planning and preparation
A minimum of one year’s experience in working with the elderly population is required.
Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and the minimum state required liability auto insurance.
Be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have all immunizations up to date before engaging in direct participant contact.

Nice To Haves

If the minimum one year’s experience in working with the elderly population is not present, training will be provided upon hire.

Responsibilities

Implement and maintain policies for food procurement, preparation, and service, ensuring compliance with regulatory and facility guidelines.
Manage food services expenses, maintain written records of expenditures, and provide required documentation and cost reports.
Collaborate with the Registered Dietitian to ensure dietary care plans, physician orders, and nutritional requirements are met, including planning monthly menus compliant with regulations and CACFP guidelines.
Oversee daily kitchen operations, including equipment readiness, inventory, and kitchen cleanliness, ensuring logs for temperatures, food safety, and equipment calibration are maintained.
Prepare and serve meals that meet nutritional standards, are appetizing, and adhere to portion control and therapeutic diet guidelines.
Monitor and document participant meal intake, compliance with dietary plans, and therapeutic dining programs.
Supervise and evaluate kitchen staff, ensuring proper training, including Serv-Safe certification for food service staff.
Manage food and equipment ordering, tracking, and invoice approvals.
Maintain effective communication between dietary services and other departments, protecting privacy and confidentiality.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, task forces, and committees, supporting BoldAge’s QI program.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.