Campbell Hall Rehabilitation Center

Responsibilities:

• Direct and oversee all daily operations of the Food Service/Dietary Department.
• Ensure residents receive nutritious, appealing, and appropriately prepared meals according to their individual dietary needs and preferences.
• Supervise, schedule, train, and evaluate dietary employees.
• Ensure compliance with CMS, NYS Department of Health, and applicable food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Work closely with the Dietitian, Nursing Department, Administrator, and interdisciplinary team regarding resident nutritional needs.
• Review menus and ensure appropriate therapeutic and special diets are provided.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, meal temperatures, presentation, and service.
• Maintain proper food storage, labeling, inventory rotation, and sanitation procedures.
• Manage food ordering, inventory, purchasing, and department expenses while maintaining budgetary controls.
• Conduct regular department audits and implement corrective action when necessary.
• Respond appropriately to resident concerns and ensure resident satisfaction with meals and dining services.
• Maintain accurate dietary records and required documentation.
• Ensure staff follow infection control, food safety, and workplace safety procedures.
• Participate in surveys, inspections, QAPI initiatives, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Develop and maintain departmental policies and procedures.
• Ensure adequate staffing and efficient department operations.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Food Service Director/Dietary Director, preferably in a skilled nursing or long-term care facility.
• Knowledge of long-term care dietary regulations and food safety requirements.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage staff and departmental operations effectively.
• Experience with menu planning, therapeutic diets, purchasing, inventory, and budgeting.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) credential preferred, as applicable.
• Knowledge of CMS and New York State Department of Health requirements preferred.

We Offer:

• Health and Dental Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• Sick Time.
• Paid Holidays.
• Supportive and professional work environment.