At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day.

Rumford Community Home is seeking a Food Service Director to join our team!This is a full-time 40-hour, benefits eligible position.

This Food Service Director position is with our Rumford Community Home Long Term Care Facility in Rumford, Maine. The Food Service Director would oversee the day-to-day operations of the department – staffing, inventory control, meal production and service, sanitation practices, and other related duties. Makes job assignments and sets priorities. Responsible for recruitment and selection of staff. Communicates policies, assists and coaches as needed. Monitors work assignments, provides feedback, evaluates performance, and disciplines as necessary. Maintains records and manages budget and supplies. Performs cooking functions in accordance with the Cook’s job description when required. Actively participates in each resident’s care planning process.

Education and Experience:

Must possess a minimum of a high school diploma or G.E.D.Post-secondary education in food and nutrition or related field preferred.Must have successfully completed the 90-hour Food Service Supervisor course (or be willing to obtain certification immediately and demonstrate knowledge of dietary management, modified diets, and leadership skills).Must have a minimum of three (3) years dietary experience.Cooking experience required.

What It’s Like Working At RCH: 

We are all about our team members growth and health. That why we prioritize work/life balance, community-based wellness initiatives and tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for ALL of our team members. 

CMH offers a robust benefits package that includes: 

Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program Medical plan with enhanced Tier 1 benefits provided within the CMH system. Dental plan Vision plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Basic Life insurance at no cost Supplemental Life insurance Long-term disability insurance 401(k) or 403(b) retirement savings plans Tuition IO partnership for student loan repayment assistance and tuition assistance Family leave program for Parental Leaves Comprehensive Wellness Program 

Essential Duties:

Assures that the department is adequately staffed to perform all functions. Assures that staff are properly trained to meet the standards of their assigned tasks in meal preparation and meal service, sanitation and food handling, and cleanup.  Assures that company and department policies are understood and followed.Ensures that food is nutritional, appetizing, prepared as planned and served in a timely, pleasant, resident-centered manner, and in compliance with federal, state, and facility guidelines.Participates in the development, implementation and review of residents’ nutritional care plans.Manages the inventory to meet the demands of the menu and the supply needs of the department and maintain budget control.Assures that the equipment is in proper working condition and that employees use it appropriately.Participates in related management functions.Major Duties and ResponsibilitiesMaintains a clean, safe and orderly environment in accordance with established policies and procedures.

If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!