Assistant Food Services Director Confidential Amherst, NY Job Details Full-time $19 - $21 an hour 20 hours ago Qualifications Food and beverage product quality management Food quality maintenance Kitchen health and safety standards Fiscal management Team member evaluation Food preparation for special diets Assisted living facility experience Healthcare staff management Healthcare resource management Food service health code compliance Electronic health records (EHR) management Managing healthcare operations budgets Tube feeding Patient assessment Efficiency improvement Regulatory compliance Physiology knowledge Mid-level Food sanitation practices Diagnostic evaluation Team development Food service inventory management Working with individuals with specific medical conditions Quality control management Medical records Team training Kitchen staff training Leading team collaboration initiatives Production management Coordination with healthcare staff for dietary services Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Food Services Director to oversee and coordinate food service operations within a healthcare or assisted living environment. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of food management, nutrition, and health regulation policies, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality dining experiences that meet residents' or patients' dietary needs. This role involves managing food service teams, ensuring compliance with health codes, and supporting the development of care plans related to nutrition and dietary requirements. The Assistant Food Services Director will play a vital role in fostering a safe, efficient, and patient-centered food service operation. Responsibilities Assist in managing daily food service operations, including meal preparation, presentation, and service delivery to ensure quality standards are met. Supervise and manage food service teams, providing leadership, training, and performance evaluations to promote teamwork and efficiency. Ensure compliance with all health regulation policies, including food safety management and health code adherence across the dietary department. Collaborate with clinical staff to develop and implement care plans that incorporate nutritional needs and dietary restrictions for residents or patients. Oversee inventory control, budgeting, and food production processes to optimize resources while maintaining high standards of nutrition and safety. Monitor patient assessment data and utilize electronic health records (EHR) systems to tailor meal plans based on individual health conditions such as tube feeding or acute care requirements. Implement food safety protocols and conduct regular training sessions on food handling, hygiene practices, and regulatory updates. Support diagnostic evaluation processes related to nutrition status and participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives within the dietary department. Skills Extensive experience in food service management within assisted living or healthcare settings. Strong knowledge of health regulation policies, including food service health code compliance and food safety management. Proven ability to supervise and manage food production teams effectively while fostering a collaborative work environment. Familiarity with clinical nutrition principles, dietetics, physiology, and care plan development for diverse patient populations. Experience with budget management, inventory control, and resource allocation in a dietary or food service context. Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems for managing electronic health records related to nutrition assessments and care plans. Excellent leadership skills combined with effective communication abilities tailored to team management and interdisciplinary collaboration. Knowledge of acute care practices, tube feeding procedures, and diagnostic evaluation techniques relevant to nutritional assessment. Join us in delivering exceptional nutritional services that enhance the well-being of our residents or patients through expert management, compassionate care, and innovative solutions!

Pay:

$19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person