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Food Service Director

Job in Starkville, Oktibbeha County, Mississippi, 39760, USA
Listing for: Healthcare Services Group, Inc
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-06
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Healthcare Administration
  • Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 125000 USD Yearly USD 100000.00 125000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

Role:
Food Service Director / Dining Services Director / Certified Dietary Manager

Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Director, leading the dining department at a long‑term care facility. At HCSG, we are passionate about positively impacting the communities we serve. If you share our commitment to excellence and enhancing customer and resident experiences, join us and make a difference!

Benefits
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package — Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Free Telemedicine Services on Day 1*
  • Paid Holidays & Vacation
  • 401(k)
  • Get paid when you need it with PNC Earned It
  • Financial Wellness Support from PNC Workplace Banking
  • Free Prescription Discount Program
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Training & Development Opportunities
  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Nationwide Transfer Opportunities

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Responsibilities
  • The Department Manager oversees the food service program at a single site, ensuring high food quality standards, inventory management, food safety, and customer service. This role requires adherence to facility menus, federal, state, and local regulations, and HCSG policies to consistently provide quality dining services.
  • Lead and support the food service team to meet quality and safety standards.
  • Maintain accurate records of income, expenditures, food supplies, personnel, and equipment while using HCSG computer software.
  • Conduct staff training, quality control, and in‑service sessions; perform roles of dietary aide, cook, and dishwasher as needed.
  • Communicate directives from client managers, building occupants, and administrators to HCSG staff effectively.
  • Use protective gear, ensure safe mixing and use of cleaning solutions, and report equipment needs or malfunctions promptly.
  • Follow infection control, universal precautions, and hand‑washing procedures to maintain a sanitary environment.
  • Maintain consistent attendance, punctuality, and timely completion of tasks.
  • Represent HCSG positively through courteous and cooperative interactions with supervisors, co‑workers, client staff, residents, and guests.
  • All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • A Dietetic Technician who has successfully graduated from a Dietetic Technician program accredited by the American Dietetic Association Commission on Accreditation and Approval of Dietetic Education and earns 15 hours of continuing education units every year approved by the Dietary Manager's Association or the American Dietic Association. OR
  • A person who has successfully graduated from a didactic program in Dietetics approved by the American Dietic Association Commission on Accreditation and Approval of Dietic Education and earns 15 hours of continuing education units every year approved by the Dietary Manager's Association or the American Dietic Association. OR
  • A person who has successfully completed a Dietary Manager's Course approved by the Dietary Manager's Association and who passes the credentialing examination and earns 15 hours of continuing education units every year approved by the Dietary Manager's Association or the American Dietic Association. OR
  • Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification preferred (or as required by state and county law).
  • Two years of experience in quantity food production/service and personnel supervision preferred.
  • Must obtain Food Protection Manager (FPM) within the first 14 days of employment.
  • Must obtain Food Service Manager (FSM) and Long‑Term Care Food Service (LTC‑FSM) certifications within the first 60 days of employment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Maintain a positive attitude and effectively communicate with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership to perform daily tasks.
  • Compliance with COVID‑19 vaccination policies.
  • Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 50 pounds, push/pull a maximum of 50 pounds, stand, sit, bend and walk for extended periods.
  • Must be able to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
  • Must be able to work around food and cleaning products.
  • Basic computer skills with the ability to maintain records and complete reports as required, including web‑based reporting.
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