Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Start a meaningful career as a Director of Food Services with Chelsea Jewish Lifecare at our Katzman Family Center for Living community!

Make a difference in someone's life every day.
Chelsea Jewish Lifecare, celebrating life through the Jewish tradition  

 
Why Join Us?

• Make an Impact : This is your opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others!
• Competitive Pay: $45,000 - $90,000 based on experience
• Schedule: Full-time, Exempt; Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week, with on-call responsibility for the Dietary Department.
• Supportive Team: We value our team members just as much as the people we serve!
• Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours 

What You'll Do: 

• Lead, supervise, and evaluate all food service staff, including hiring, scheduling, training, and performance management, while fostering a service-oriented culture centered on dignity, respect, and responsiveness to seniors
• Oversee all dining operations, including menu planning, food preparation, and meal service for daily meals, special events, and holidays, ensuring menus are nutritious, resident-centered, and appropriate for senior dietary needs
• Collaborate with clinical and wellness teams to meet prescribed dietary requirements, including therapeutic and texture-modified diets
• Ensure full compliance with kosher dietary laws in accordance with community standards and rabbinic supervision, including proper separation of meat and dairy and all kosher food handling and preparation practices
• Develop and manage the department budget, monitor expenses, control costs, and oversee purchasing, inventory, and vendor relationships
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal health, sanitation, and safety regulations, maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organized kitchen and dining environment
• Lead and support inspections, audits, and corrective actions as needed
• Engage with residents to gather feedback, address concerns promptly and professionally, and continuously enhance the overall dining experience

What You'll Need:  

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be 21 years of age or older​​​​​​​
• Experience in food service in a long-term care environment
• ​​​​​​​Minimum of 3 years of management or supervisory experience
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM), ServSafe Certification, and Allergen Awareness Training required
• Able to stand, sit, walk, bend, and squat for extended periods
• Capable of lifting/carrying up to 20 lbs independently and up to 50 lbs with assistance; able to push and pull objects as needed
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with residents, families, visitors, staff, and external agencies
• Proficient in reading, writing, and following instructions in English
• Ability to communicate in Spanish preferred

Benefits Available for Qualified Positions:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental, Vision, company-funded Life Insurance, and optional STD, LTD, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage.
• Financial and educational support, such as a 403(b) retirement plan, Flexible Spending Account, and tuition reimbursement.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and a paid birthday.
• Great workplace perks, including free meals, free parking, and a state-of-the-art facility with an inclusive, supportive culture.
• Rewarding career opportunities within an outstanding and well-recognized organization.

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

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Full time, Local area, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours,

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