Food Services Director - Amsterdam Nursing Home

Food Service Director

Amsterdam Nursing is actively seeking an experienced Food Service Director for our Skilled Nursing Facility in the heart of New York City. The ideal candidate would be a Certified Dietary Manager with LTC experience or have a culinary background with healthcare experience.

DUTIES:

• Plan, assign and inspect the work of Food Service Staff.
• Schedule and assign staff, prepare department payroll for data entry if required.
• Supervise the storage & care of food and supplies.
• Oversee the cleaning of the kitchen, storage, dining areas, and equipment.
• Inspects Residents' trays for consistency with the specified menu.
• May be requested to assist on tray line at mealtimes.
• Coordinates and plans food preparation activities for special events.
• Ordering and purchasing.
• Staff training and orientation.

REQUIREMENTS:

• CDM certification required 
• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent.
• Food Service exp. in Long-Term Care settings strongly preferred.
• ServSafe or Sodexo certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of large scale & therapeutic food prep.
• Solid leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must be able to work as a team member.

ABOUT US:

With Columbia University and the Cathedral of St. John the Divine among its neighbors, Amsterdam House is located on Amsterdam Avenue at 112 street in New York City. The essence of Amsterdam includes a unique combination of old-world charm, comfortable surroundings, and a state-of-the-art clinical care. Our longstanding tradition of caring is carried out by an exceptional staff who are dedicated to the healing arts, providing each resident with the opportunity to thrive and achieve maximum comfort. Our reputation tells the story of our success. Having consistently earned a 5-star rating from CMS, we are proud to be ranked among the best nursing homes by the US News and World Report. AMS

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