Director-Food Services

About the role

The Director, Food Services oversees the Food and Nutrition Services department at SageWest Health Care, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and delivering high-quality, nutritionally appropriate food services.

Responsibilities

• Participates in planning and creating the hospital’s strategic plan to align with the hospital’s mission and vision.
• Manages the department’s budget, submits capital budget requests, and maintains financial records.
• Develops and manages the department’s schedule to ensure adequate staffing and budget adherence.
• Purchases and inspects food, supplies, and equipment from approved vendors.
• Ensures proper inventory management and performs monthly physical inventories.
• Monitors quality control in the kitchen and conducts regular safety/sanitation audits.
• Participates in the hospital’s Performance Improvement program and conducts monthly reports.
• Serves on various committees as required.
• Recruits, selects, trains, and evaluates culinary staff.
• Prepares and retains work schedules to maintain adequate staffing.
• Provides department orientation to new employees and conducts monthly in-services.
• Directs the menu management process and ensures proper food preparation and service.
• Maintains physical plant inspections and ensures emergency preparedness.
• Coordinates with the Registered Dietitian to ensure accurate preparation and delivery of therapeutic diets.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree or higher in Food Service Management, Culinary Arts, Nutrition, Hospitality Management, or a related field (preferred).
• Food Protection Manager Certification from an ANSI-CFP accredited program (upon hire).
• One of the following credentials required: Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN), Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR), Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) (upon hire).
• Two years of food service management experience (required).
• Prior experience in healthcare, acute-care, or institutional food service (preferred).
• Prior experience supporting therapeutic diets, regulatory surveys, and food safety programs (preferred).

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, analyze operational data, and lead performance improvement initiatives.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and food service management systems.

Skills

• Knowledge of healthcare food service operations, sanitation, and food safety standards.
• Understanding of therapeutic diets and clinical nutrition workflows.
• Knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span.

Benefits

At SageWest Health Care, you’ll enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including:

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Employee assistance programs
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible scheduling to accommodate the needs of the department and the hospital.