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Join Our Team as a Director of Food and Nutrition

Lead Excellence in Culinary and Nutritional Services

We’re seeking a dedicated and reliable Director of Food and Nutrition to join our growing team! Success in this role requires trustworthiness, consistency in attendance, and the ability to effectively multitask in a dynamic environment. A professional and cooperative demeanor is essential to collaborate with others and lead a high-performing dietary services team.

Your Impact as a Director of Food and Nutrition

In this leadership role, you will:

• Ensure Compliance & Quality: Maintain high standards in dietary compliance, food safety, and service excellence.

• Oversee Food Safety Practices: Ensure the proper handling and utilization of all foods and equipment to prevent contamination, improve quality, and minimize costs.

• Enhance Resident Satisfaction: Conduct initial interviews with residents to determine food preferences and special dietary needs.

• Maintain Accurate Records: Update and maintain current resident diet cards and ensure all department records are organized and secure.

• Lead Assessments: Complete annual and quarterly assessments with input from the dietitian as needed.

• Provide Strong Leadership: Interview, hire, evaluate, motivate, and, when necessary, discharge food and nutrition services employees.

• Direct Daily Operations: Supervise, schedule, and coordinate the work of staff in the Food and Nutrition Department.

• Develop Training Programs: Conduct in-service and orientation programs for dietary staff on a monthly basis.

What Makes You a Great Fit

We’re seeking someone who:

• Holds current certification/licensure as required by the state.

• Ensures quality food products are prepared according to menus and standardized recipes.

• Demonstrates the ability to effectively procure and store all food and supplies.

• Is capable of planning menus for staff meals and special functions as directed by the Administrator.

• Excels in supervising and managing the daily operations of the Food and Nutrition Services Department.

Benefits (Full-Time)

• Comprehensive Coverage: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Extra Protection: AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cancer, Critical Illness, and more

• Life Insurance: Whole and Term Policies

• Professional Growth: Tuition Reimbursement for continued education

• Time to Recharge: Paid Time Off

• Retirement Planning: Immediate 401(k) eligibility

• Unwavering Support: Exceptional corporate resources

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.