Food Services

Food service roles in long term care include dietary/culinary managers, cooks, and food servers. These professionals work together to ensure residents receive nutritious, safe, and appealing meals that meet their individual dietary needs. A c ulinary or dietary manager oversees the overall food service program, including quality, safety, and resource management. They manage food preparation, service, and sanitation, ensuring residents receive appropriate meals.

Food servers, often called dietary aides, assist with various tasks, such as preparing food, serving meals, washing dishes, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas. Servers ensure a friendly and positive dining experience. Cooks prepare meals according to menus, portion control, and dietary requirements, in close collaboration with nutritionists and dietary managers.

All food service roles require a Food Handlers Certification from the state health authority. Culinary workers appreciate the regular hours, dependable schedules and benefits associated with working in long term care facilities.