Food Service Director Job Yarmouth Maine USA,Healthcare

Location: Yarmouth

A Great Place to Work Brentwood is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on.

And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Location

370 Portland Avenue, Yarmouth, Maine, 04096

What You'll Do

$5K Sign on bonus!!

As a Food Service Director, you will ensure that our residents enjoy delicious, nutritious meals prepared with care while adhering to strict health and safety standards. This role requires a combination of leadership, creativity, and a commitment to excellence in service.

Key Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of the food service program, including menu planning, food preparation, service delivery, and staff management
Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, including dietary standards and health codes
Collaborate with residents, families, and healthcare teams to accommodate dietary needs, preferences, and restrictions
Recruit, train, and supervise a team of culinary and service professionals, fostering a culture of teamwork and excellence
Oversee food service budgets, control costs, and manage inventory to optimize resources without compromising quality
Introduce creative menu options and dining experiences to enhance resident satisfaction and engagement

What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Brentwood team enjoys:

Competitive compensation and benefits package
Comprehensive training and mentorship
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Supportive and collaborative work environment
The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

Rate of Pay

USD $62,000.00 - USD $68,000.00 /Yr.

What You'll Bring

Qualifications of a Food Service Director include:

Proven experience in food service management, preferably in long-term care, healthcare, or senior living
Certification as a Dietary Manager (CDM), Registered Dietitian (RD), or equivalent is highly desirable
Knowledge of dietary guidelines, including therapeutic diets and nutritional needs for elderly populations
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills with the dedication to upholding high standards of quality and service
Proficiency in food safety and sanitation practices (e.g., Serv Safe certification)
Compassionate and empathetic nature including experience working with customers or patient families
Interest in the nutrition and healthcare needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both

We Hire for Heart! National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values:
Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.