Food and Nutrition Services Director

Job Description

Job Description

Join our dietary team in a skilled nursing setting and help provide comfort, care and connection through every meal served to our residents.

We’ve been recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America’s Most Admired Workplaces for 2026!

Advantages:

• Positive, Family-Like Atmosphere – Work in a fun, supportive environment where teamwork and care go hand-in-hand.

• Excellent PTO & Benefits – Enjoy a generous paid time off plan and a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being.

• Structured Systems & Regional Support – Work within a well-organized framework backed by strong regional leadership and resources.

• Culture of Impact – Be part of a team that values meaningful work, collaboration, and making a difference every day.

• AHCA Bronze Award Recipient – Be part of an award-winning team recognized for quality care.

Benefits and Perks*:

• Benefit eligibility the first of the month following 30 days

• Comprehensive benefit packages including medical, dental, and vision, and more. Health Savings Account available with employer contribution.

• 401K through Fidelity

• Employer-paid life insurance (FT employees)

• Robust Employee Assistance Program

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Educational, leadership, and tuition opportunities

• Various discount programs offered, including discounted childcare programs through KinderCare

• Wellness programs offered through WebMD

• Employee recognition programs

• Culture of employees creating an IMPACT!

Position Summary:

The primary purpose of the Mobile Food & Nutrition Services (FNS) Director is to manage the operation of the food service department. The job functions include, but are not limited to, staffing, food ordering, meal preparation, food delivery, food safety and kitchen sanitation in accordance with Community policies, physician orders, resident care plans as well as within current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern the Community to which the Mobile FNS Director is assigned. The position ensures that quality nutritional services are provided on a daily basis and supervises food service staff. The position follows all health, sanitary, infection control policies, as well as food service department policies and procedures.

Education/Qualifications:

• Must possess a High School Diploma, or equivalent.

• Must be:

  • (A) A certified dietary manager; or

  • (B) A certified food service manager; or

  • (C) Have similar national certification for food service management and safety from a national certifying body; or

  • (D) Have an associate's or higher degree in food service management or in hospitality, if the course of study includes food service restaurant management, from an accredited institution of higher learning; and

  • (E) In states that have established standards for food service managers, meets state requirements for food service managers.

• Must possess a Food Handler level II or similar food safety certification per state specific requirement.

• Previous one (1) year or more experience in long-term care required.

• Previous cooking experience required.

• Be willing to travel within designated area.

Shift & Wage:

• Full-Time Opportunity Available

• Shift Needed: Days

• Salary: Based on Experience

*Program details can vary amongst buildings. Please see HR for the facility-specific benefit plans.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their actual or perceived gender, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.