Food Service Director
Tonawanda, NY, United States15h ago
Key details
- Salary
- $28.00–$30.00/hr
- Location
- Tonawanda, NY, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Lead / Staff+
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 3–6 yrs
- Function
- Hospitality & Food service
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 15h ago
Skills
budgetingcustomer servicefood safetyfood serviceinfection controlinventory managementoshaquality improvement
About the role
Food Service Director
Rate: $28-$30 per hour (depending on experience)
Shift: Full-Time
North Gate Health Care Facility is looking to add a Food Service Director to its team. In this role, you’ll lead the Dietary Department, ensuring residents receive high-quality, nutritious meals while maintaining compliance, food safety, and operational excellence. If you’re a strong leader who is passionate about food service and creating a positive dining experience, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee the daily operations of the Dietary Department, including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and departmental performance
- Supervise meal production and service to ensure meals are nutritious, appealing, and served according to resident dietary needs
- Develop menus, maintain standardized recipes, manage inventory, and monitor food and supply costs
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, OSHA requirements, infection control practices, and facility policies
- Educate, mentor, and support dietary staff while fostering a positive and engaging work environment
- Maintain equipment, temperature logs, safety records, and departmental documentation
- Address resident concerns and grievances related to dietary services and ensure timely resolution
- Participate in facility surveys, quality improvement initiatives, and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Provide leadership and direction during emergency situations
REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum education requirement: Completion of a Dietary Management Certificate Course; Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management or related field preferred
- Minimum experience requirement: 3 years of Food Service Management experience; 5 years preferred
- Knowledge of food safety regulations, dietary operations, inventory management, and budgeting
- Strong leadership, organizational, and team development skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams
- Commitment to providing exceptional customer service and resident-centered care
BENEFITS:
- Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time and Part-Time
- Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Retirement Saving Options
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