Job Summary
The Department Manager directs the day-to-day food service program in a long-term care facility. This role helps ensure meals and service meet applicable safety, quality, and regulatory requirements while coordinating staff, supplies, and kitchen operations. The manager also assists with hands-on duties, including cooking and cleaning, when operational needs require.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily food service operations and support compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
- Manage food inventory and coordinate supplies needed for service.
- Lead and supervise the dining team to support effective, reliable operations.
- Carry out operational duties, such as food preparation, cooking, and cleaning, as needed.
Qualifications
- Associate degree or higher in food service management, hospitality, or a related field.
- At least two years of experience in quantity food production and staff supervision.
- Professional certifications such as CDM, FPM, and FSM are required or preferred.
- Ability to perform physical duties, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
Healthcare Services Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.
