<span>Food Service Director - Healthcare setting</span>

$65,000 - $70,000/Yr

The Terrace - Waukegan, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Waukegan, IL

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Food Service Director plays a crucial role in a healthcare setting, focusing on providing nutritious and appealing meals to residents. This position involves managing a team, menu planning, stock management, and ensuring compliance with health regulations, all while fostering a home-like environment for patients. The director is pivotal in enhancing the quality of life for residents through food services, making it a rewarding and impactful role.

Responsibilities

• Manage the food service team and oversee daily operations in the kitchen.
• Plan and develop menus that meet the nutritional needs of residents.
• Order and manage stock to ensure availability of food supplies.
• Ensure compliance with IDPH regulations and maintain sanitation standards.
• Provide hands-on support in the kitchen as needed.
• Create a home-like environment through the provision of appealing meals.

Requirements

• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification is required.
• Prior experience as a Food Services Director in a medical facility or central kitchen is ideal.
• Relevant ServSafe and sanitation certifications are necessary.
• Nutritional certification is preferred but not required.
• Culinary training is highly desirable but not required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a long-term care or rehabilitation setting.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Benefits

• Employee recognition program
• Annual merit increase opportunities
• Robust benefits package including a retirement savings plan
• Refer-a-Friend programs with bonuses