Food Service Director

Job Summary

The Food Service Director is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the Dining Services Department to provide the residents with the highest quality-dining program. Additionally, the FSD develops, maintains and implements policies and procedures for preparation and service of food as well as supervises food service staff.

Responsibilities

• Full knowledge of local and state health and sanitation and safety codes.
• Demonstrates proficiency in food handling, preparation, cooking, service and operation of all kitchen equipment.
• Provides direction to staff, promotes shared responsibility in identifying developmental needs and opportunities, creates plans for training to address opportunities, obtains needed resources and follows through to achieve developmental goals
• Performs budget analysis and control
• Writes and executes a menu for each season
• Responsible for dining room set-up and proper table arrangement
• Maintain high standards of display of food around the community and common areas work with staff to properly describe menus and specials Ensure a country club style of dining Knowledge of Kosher guideline is required. Prior experience in assisted living communities is preferred