Director of Dining Services

Overview

Director of Dining Services

Elderwood at Williamsville

Lead with Purpose. Serve with Impact.

Elderwood at Williamsville is seeking an experienced Director of Dining Services to oversee all aspects of our food service operation in a skilled nursing environment. This leadership role blends operational excellence, regulatory compliance, team development, and meaningful interaction with residents.

Three years' supervisory experience in a food service setting required, including at least one year in a healthcare setting.

If you’re a food service leader who values quality, safety, teamwork, and resident satisfaction, this is an opportunity to make a real difference every day.

Position Overview:

The Director of Dining Services oversees daily operations of the dining services department, including the kitchen, dish room, food storage areas, and dining rooms. This role ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, promotes best practices, and delivers high-quality meal service that enhances the resident experience.

Why Join Elderwood at Williamsville:

• 401(k) with employer match • PTO and holiday package • Full suite of health benefits • Tuition reimbursement programs • Employee referral bonuses • Supportive leadership that values work-life balance

Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily operations of the dining service department including the kitchen, dish room, food storage areas, and dining rooms. • Adheres to state regulations, current best practices, policies, and procedures for food preparation and meal service. • Works with Director of Nutritional Services on menus and recipe development. • Maintains department food and non-food item inventory consistent with budgetary confines. • Adheres to purchasing practices set forth by the Director of Purchasing and Nutritional Services Director. • Conducts routine audits and monitors performance improvement initiatives related to food service. • Attends, leads, and actively participates in, resident care plan meetings, staff meetings, required in-service programs, and other meetings/programs deemed appropriate by the Administrator or Director of Nutritional Services. • Performs job functions of each department position when necessary. • Regularly interacts and communicates with residents/family members regarding meal service. • Maintains a working knowledge of federal regulations of the State Department of Health code and rules and regulations regarding meal service in the post-acute care setting. • Ensures proper preparation, maintenance, and service of food in accordance with State rules and regulations. • Acts as a preceptor for Dietetic and/or Food Service students and interns. • Conducts in-service programs for dietary and facility staff upon request. • Evaluates the performance of all Dining Services staff members. • Support and abide by Elderwood’s and affiliate’s Mission, Vision, and Values • Must abide by Elderwood’s and its affiliated businesses code of conduct, corporate compliance and HIPAA policies. • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of all policies and procedures and ability to reference them. • Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor, management staff or Administrator.