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Food Service Director jobs are open across healthcare systems, school districts, corporate dining, and senior living communities, with specializations in clinical nutrition, multi-unit operations, and institutional catering, from department supervisor to senior director level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Role: Food Service Director / Dining Services Director
Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Director, leading the dining department at a long-term care facility. At HCSG, we are passionate about positively impacting the communities we serve. If you share our commitment to excellence and enhancing customer and resident experiences, join us and make a difference!
Pay Rate: USD $68,000.00 - USD $72,000.00 /Yr. Available Benefits for All Employees:- Comprehensive Benefits Package - Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Free Telemedicine Services on Day 1*
- Paid Holidays & Vacation
- 401 (k)
- Get paid when you need it with PNC EarnedIt
- Financial Wellness Support from PNC Workplace Banking
- Free Prescription Discount Program
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Training & Development Opportunities
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Nationwide Transfer Opportunities
Benefits Link:
or copy this link: https://go-internal.hcsgcorp.com/l/1036773/2025-07-02/5xbpsq/1036773/17514637576MrQym5A/Employee_Benefits_for_Job_Descriptions__7_.pdf
Not available in AR.
- Lead and support the food service team to meet quality and safety standards.
- Maintain accurate records of income, expenditures, food supplies, personnel, and equipment while using HCSG computer software..
- Conduct staff training, quality control, and in-service sessions; perform roles of dietary aide, cook, and dishwasher as needed.
- Communicate directives from client managers, building occupants, and administrators to HCSG staff effectively.
- Use protective gear, ensure safe mixing and use of cleaning solutions, and report equipment needs or malfunctions promptly.
- Follow infection control, universal precautions, and handwashing procedures to maintain a sanitary environment.
- Maintain consistent attendance, punctuality, and timely completion of tasks.
- Represent HCSG positively through courteous and cooperative interactions with supervisors, co-workers, client staff, residents, and guests.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Associate’s degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, including food service or restaurant management coursework preferred.
- Two years of experience in quantity food production/service and personnel supervision preferred.
- Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification preferred (or as required by state and county law).
- Must obtain Food Protection Manager (FPM) within the first 14 days of employment
- Must obtain Food Service Manager (FSM) and Long-Term Care Food Service (LTC-FSM) certifications within the first 60 days of employment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Maintain a positive attitude and effectively communicate with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership to perform daily tasks.
- Compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies
- Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 50 pounds, push/pull a maximum of 50 pounds, stand, sit, bend and walk for extended periods.
- Must be able to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
- Must be able to work around food and cleaning products.
- Basic computer skills with the ability to maintain records and complete reports as required, including web-based reporting.
- May be required to complete an approved sanitation and safety course.
- Residency within the service area required
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Role: Food Service Director / Dining Services Director
Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Food Service Director, leading the dining department at a long-term care facility. At HCSG, we are passionate about positively impacting the communities we serve. If you share our commitment to excellence and enhancing customer and resident experiences, join us and make a difference!
Pay Rate: USD $68,000.00 - USD $72,000.00 /Yr. Available Benefits for All Employees:- Comprehensive Benefits Package - Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Free Telemedicine Services on Day 1*
- Paid Holidays & Vacation
- 401 (k)
- Get paid when you need it with PNC EarnedIt
- Financial Wellness Support from PNC Workplace Banking
- Free Prescription Discount Program
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Training & Development Opportunities
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Nationwide Transfer Opportunities
Benefits Link:
or copy this link: https://go-internal.hcsgcorp.com/l/1036773/2025-07-02/5xbpsq/1036773/17514637576MrQym5A/Employee_Benefits_for_Job_Descriptions__7_.pdf
Not available in AR.
- Lead and support the food service team to meet quality and safety standards.
- Maintain accurate records of income, expenditures, food supplies, personnel, and equipment while using HCSG computer software..
- Conduct staff training, quality control, and in-service sessions; perform roles of dietary aide, cook, and dishwasher as needed.
- Communicate directives from client managers, building occupants, and administrators to HCSG staff effectively.
- Use protective gear, ensure safe mixing and use of cleaning solutions, and report equipment needs or malfunctions promptly.
- Follow infection control, universal precautions, and handwashing procedures to maintain a sanitary environment.
- Maintain consistent attendance, punctuality, and timely completion of tasks.
- Represent HCSG positively through courteous and cooperative interactions with supervisors, co-workers, client staff, residents, and guests.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Associate’s degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, including food service or restaurant management coursework preferred.
- Two years of experience in quantity food production/service and personnel supervision preferred.
- Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) certification preferred (or as required by state and county law).
- Must obtain Food Protection Manager (FPM) within the first 14 days of employment
- Must obtain Food Service Manager (FSM) and Long-Term Care Food Service (LTC-FSM) certifications within the first 60 days of employment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Maintain a positive attitude and effectively communicate with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership to perform daily tasks.
- Compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies
- Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 50 pounds, push/pull a maximum of 50 pounds, stand, sit, bend and walk for extended periods.
- Must be able to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
- Must be able to work around food and cleaning products.
- Basic computer skills with the ability to maintain records and complete reports as required, including web-based reporting.
- May be required to complete an approved sanitation and safety course.
- Residency within the service area required
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Who's Hiring
- Healthcare Services70H
- Aramark53
- ELIOR18E
- Lunchtime Solutions12L
- Trinity Services Group12T
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Food & Beverage
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in food service director jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in food service management, dietetics, nutrition, or a related field
- Current ServSafe Manager certification or equivalent food safety credential
- Experience managing large-scale food service operations and multi-person teams
- Demonstrated budget management, cost control, and inventory oversight experience
- Familiarity with HACCP principles and local health department compliance standards
- Proficiency with food service management software and point-of-sale or inventory platforms
Tips for Your Food Service Director Job Search
Tailor your resume to the setting
A hospital food service director role emphasizes HACCP compliance and therapeutic diet management, while a K-12 district role weights USDA meal program administration. Reframe the same experience differently for each setting so your resume speaks directly to that hiring team's priorities.
Lead with budget and volume numbers
Food service director postings almost always ask for budget management experience. Quantify the annual operating budget, number of daily covers, and staff headcount you managed. Hiring managers scan for these figures before reading anything else.
Earn your ServSafe Manager certification first
Most listings require or strongly prefer a current ServSafe Manager credential. If yours has lapsed or you don't have one yet, complete it before applying. It's a quick filter that knocks otherwise qualified candidates out of consideration.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists food service director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a case study for the interview
Interviewers for director-level food service roles routinely ask you to walk through a cost reduction or compliance turnaround you led. Have one specific example ready with context, what you changed, and the measurable outcome. Generic answers about teamwork won't close this role.
Negotiate start date around health inspection cycles
If an offer arrives just before a scheduled state or county health inspection, ask to start after it concludes. Taking over a kitchen days before an inspection puts you on the hook for conditions you inherited, which can hurt your standing before you've built credibility.
Food Service Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most food service directors?
Healthcare Services, Aramark, and ELIOR are hiring the most food service directors right now, with openings concentrated in New York, California, and Wisconsin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Healthcare systems and contract food service management companies tend to post the highest volume of director-level openings year-round.
How many food service director jobs are remote?
About 11% of food service director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, since most roles require on-site oversight of kitchen operations, staff, and compliance. The sub-areas most likely to allow remote work include regional director roles with travel components and corporate nutrition or menu development positions that don't require daily kitchen presence.
How do you become a food service director?
Start by earning a degree in food service management, nutrition, or dietetics, then build hands-on experience in food production and kitchen supervision roles. Obtain your ServSafe Manager certification and, if you're targeting healthcare settings, a registered dietitian credential strengthens your candidacy. Progress through lead cook, kitchen supervisor, and assistant director roles before moving into a director position, since most employers require several years of progressive leadership experience before hiring at the director level.
Can you get a food service director job with limited experience?
You can move into a food service director role faster by targeting smaller operations, such as assisted living communities, single-unit corporate cafeterias, or small private schools, where the complexity and team size are more manageable for a first director role. Pair any supervisory food service experience with a current ServSafe Manager certification and documented exposure to budget tracking or vendor coordination to strengthen an application that's light on director-level titles.
What does the food service director interview process look like?
Most food service director interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your leadership background and familiarity with the employer's setting, such as healthcare versus education. A second round typically involves a panel interview with operations, HR, and sometimes clinical or facilities leadership, and you'll almost always be asked to walk through a specific operational challenge you resolved. Some employers add a brief tour of the kitchen or a scenario-based exercise before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to food service director jobs?
You can find and apply to food service director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience, setting preference, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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