Regional Dining Services Specialist - Roanoke, United States - Harmony Senior Services

Description

Why Harmony?401k + Fulltime Part-time Benefits PackagesTraining, Development Career LadderingTelehealth + Flex Spending + Health Savings Account OptionsJob DescriptionThe Regional Dining Services Specialist supervises all aspects of food service for the Harmony Senior Services communities including hiring, training, supervising and evaluating staff.

In addition to these responsibilities, the Regional Dining Services Specialist is responsible for mentoring and the support of the Dining Services Directors of assigned communities.

The Regional Dining Services Specialist is also responsible for assisting with the interviewing and hiring process for new Dining Services Directors, performing the initial onboarding and training of new Dining Services Directors, providing support during the absence of a Dining Services Director, as well as performing quarterly audits to ensure compliance with regulations and Company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Develops and maintains a working knowledge of all policies and procedures pertaining to the position, the department, and the personnelMust maintain a knowledge of current and updated health laws and regulations pertaining to city/county and state codesDirects and assists in the preparation and serving of meals to residents, employees, and guestsHires, trains, and supervises dining services staff to ensure proper preparation of food in compliance with policies and to ensure proper storage and handling of raw food and supplies Prepares monthly menus suitable to the dietary needs of the residents.

Ensures the menus are followed and food is prepared and served in accordance with proper sanitation procedures and standards. Prepares and post menus in all dining rooms, providing modification diet spreadsheets in the kitchen.

Ensures that the food service area and all equipment exceed sanitation requirements set forth by federal, state and local health regulations and meets the community standards.

Orders all raw food, supplies and equipment through approved vendors and keeps an accurate inventoryAble to maintain quality standards and stay within budget for food, supplies, and labor hoursUnderstands personnel policies and manages the food service department accordinglyDevelops and maintains a preventative maintenance program for dining services equipment with the assistance of the Maintenance SupervisorPerforms all duties as assignedRequirementMust have a High School Diploma or GED.

Must have experience in dining services with Management/Leadership experienceMust be ServSafe Certified Proctor/InstructorMust possess a Food Safety Manager Certificate and/or meet all regulatory requirements necessary to hold a position as Dining Service ManagerMust have a working knowledge of ordering, storing, preparation and serving in a food service environment, preferably in senior careMust possess strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with residents, visitors, staff, and management teamMust be willing and able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays and travel for an extended stay for supportMust have good leadership and supervisory skillsMust have knowledge and understanding of nutritional needs and challenges of assisted living residents and provide training and oversight of menu and diet standardsMust be able to provide training and support with community budget expectations for all dining expensesStrong organizational skills and ability to multi-taskMust maintain a neat and clean public appearance presentationMust be able to sit, stand, bend, and walk intermittently during the work dayMust be able to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis, or at least eight times a shift, with the ability to carry heavy objects up to 20 feet