Food Service Director

Job description

Campbell Hall is seeking a Food Service Director to lead our dietary department and ensure our residents receive nourishing, appetizing meals that support their health and dignity. You'll oversee meal planning, food preparation, and kitchen operations while managing a dedicated team in a long-term care setting where food quality directly affects resident satisfaction and clinical outcomes.

As Food Service Director, you're the backbone of daily life here. Residents look forward to meals—they're a highlight of the day. You'll set the tone for a kitchen that respects therapeutic diets, accommodates individual preferences, and maintains the highest standards of food safety and sanitation. You'll work closely with nursing and care teams to ensure dietary needs are met and communicated clearly.

What you'll do

Plan menus that balance nutrition, resident preferences, and therapeutic requirements (pureed, diabetic, renal, etc.)

Oversee food purchasing, inventory management, and budget accountability

Supervise food preparation, cooking, and plating to ensure consistency and quality

Train and schedule dietary staff; conduct performance reviews and maintain staffing levels

Ensure compliance with NYS food safety regulations, HACCP protocols, and facility sanitation standards

Communicate with nursing staff about resident dietary restrictions, allergies, and special requests

Maintain equipment, manage repairs, and troubleshoot kitchen operations

Document food costs, waste, and quality metrics; report to administration

Stay current on nutrition science and dietary trends in long-term care

What you'll bring

Leadership experience in a food service or kitchen environment, ideally in healthcare or long-term care

Strong knowledge of nutrition, therapeutic diets, and food safety regulations

Ability to manage budgets, staff, and competing priorities without losing sight of resident satisfaction

Clear communication skills with nursing, administration, and dietary team members

Problem-solving mindset and willingness to adapt to changing resident needs

Attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and safety

Why join us

Lead a team in meaningful work—meals matter to the people we serve

Supportive interdisciplinary environment where dietary input is valued

Opportunity to shape kitchen culture and implement improvements

Full-time position with stable hours and professional growth potential

Work in a community-focused facility committed to resident care and family partnerships

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; associate degree in food service management, nutrition, or hospitality preferred

Minimum 3-5 years of food service management or supervisory experience

Demonstrated knowledge of therapeutic diets and NYS food safety / sanitation codes

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly; stand for extended periods during shifts

Full-time availability, including flexibility for occasional weekends or holidays as operational needs require

Negative background check

TB/PPD test and documentation of immunity or clearance per facility policy

COVID-19 vaccination status per facility policy

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Who can apply

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