We are seeking a knowledgeable and people-focused leader to oversee daily dining operations, nutrition services, and menu program development across a high-quality food service environment. In this role, you will help ensure meals are prepared and served safely, efficiently, and with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage dining, nutrition, and food service operations to support a positive guest or resident experience.
Oversee menu planning, meal production, portion control, and presentation standards.
Ensure compliance with all applicable food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
Develop and maintain staffing schedules, training plans, and workflow processes to support efficient operations.
Supervise, coach, and evaluate team members while fostering a collaborative and accountable work environment.
Collaborate with clinical, hospitality, operations, and leadership teams to meet dietary needs and service expectations.
Address service concerns promptly and implement improvements to enhance overall satisfaction.
Maintain accurate records related to menus, production, compliance, purchasing, and team performance.
Support special events, therapeutic or modified diets, and other individualized service requirements as needed.
Qualifications
Experience in food service, nutrition services, hospitality, or a related operational leadership role.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and maintain high service standards.
Knowledge of food safety practices, sanitation requirements, and regulatory compliance.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage budgets, inventory, and operational performance metrics.
Experience developing staff and promoting a respectful, team-oriented workplace.
Proficiency with common business and scheduling systems preferred.
Serv Safe
Preferred Attributes
Customer-service mindset with a commitment to quality and consistency.
Ability to adapt to changing needs and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
Collaborative leadership style with a focus on accountability and support.
What We Offer
Opportunity to lead a meaningful service function that directly impacts daily experience and well-being.
Supportive team environment with room to contribute ideas and improvements.
Competitive compensation and benefits, where applicable.
Professional growth in a mission-driven and service-oriented organization.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and team members. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and business needs.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Pleasant Valley, IA
Skills
Budget Managementunmatched
Budgetingunmatched
Coachingunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Cook Dishesunmatched
Customer Satisfactionunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Dietary Managementunmatched
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)unmatched
Food Qualityunmatched
Food Safetyunmatched
Food Servicesunmatched
Inventory Levelsunmatched
Inventory Managementunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Meal Plansunmatched
Menu Developmentunmatched
Menu Managementunmatched
Nutritionunmatched
Nutrition Therapyunmatched
Operational Strategyunmatched
Operational Supportunmatched
Operationsunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Performance Metricsunmatched
Portion Controlunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Production Controlunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Quality Monitoringunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Regulatory Complianceunmatched
Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Sanitationunmatched
Team Lead/Managerunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
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