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WeCare lists this Food Service Director opportunity in town of herkimer, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
FOOD SERVICE DIRECTOR
Join our growing skilled nursing team as a Food Service Director ! We are seeking an experienced, organized leader to oversee daily dietary operations while ensuring residents receive high-quality meals and exceptional service.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee daily food service and dietary department operations
Supervise, schedule, train, and support dietary staff
Ensure meals meet resident needs, preferences, therapeutic diets, and prescribed consistencies
Maintain compliance with CMS, state, sanitation, and food safety requirements
Manage food ordering, inventory, supplies, and department costs
Monitor kitchen cleanliness, food storage, temperatures, and sanitation practices
Collaborate with Nursing, Administration, and the interdisciplinary team
Assist with survey readiness and corrective action as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum 1 year of food service leadership experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting required
Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification preferred
ServSafe certification preferred
Knowledge of therapeutic diets, sanitation, and healthcare food service regulations
Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills
Ability to manage staffing, schedules, inventory, and department priorities
JOIN OUR TEAM
We offer a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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