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Director of Food Services

Chelsea Jewish Lifecare
United 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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