Food Services Director

Food Service Director

Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

An established skilled nursing and rehabilitation center is seeking an experienced Food Service Director to oversee the day-to-day operations of our Dietary Department.

We are looking for a hands-on leader who can manage a busy healthcare food service operation while maintaining high standards for food quality, sanitation, regulatory compliance, and resident satisfaction. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and comfortable leading and developing a dietary team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily operations of the Dietary/Food Service Department
• Supervise, schedule, train, and support dietary staff
• Ensure meals are prepared and served according to resident needs, preferences, and prescribed diets
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations, sanitation standards, and food safety requirements
• Manage food ordering, inventory, supplies, and department expenses
• Monitor food quality, presentation, portioning, and overall resident dining experience
• Work closely with Nursing, Administration, and other departments to address resident needs
• Maintain appropriate dietary records, logs, and documentation
• Participate in facility meetings, quality initiatives, and survey preparation
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen and dining operation

Qualifications

• Previous food service management experience required
• Healthcare, skilled nursing, senior living, or long-term care experience strongly preferred
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and healthcare dietary requirements
• Ability to manage staffing, scheduling, inventory, and department operations in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonuses

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced food service professional who enjoys leading a team and wants to make a meaningful impact on the daily experience of residents.