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Director of Food Services
Chelsea Jewish LifecareUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 28 Jan 2026
💰 $90,000/yr($45,000/yr – $90,000/yr)
About the role
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.
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