Director of Food Services

Title: Director of Food Services

State Role Title: Food Service Manager II

Hiring Range: $60,000 - $85,000

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Veterans Services

Location: Davis & McDaniel Vet Care Ctr

Agency Website: www.dvs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Director of Food Services is to plan, develop and direct the activities/operations of the food service department. He/She is responsible for food service standards, policy and procedure, food service staff, equipment, systems and work areas, while providing high quality of food service for residents in a cost-effective manner. The Director of Food Services is responsible for decisions regarding food service activities, directs and consults with the Registered Dietician, and/or other resources as necessary and/or appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

May be required to stand for extended periods of time. Must be free from contagious diseases and/or conditions which may be passed via food or food service. May be required to lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. Must have communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

Additional Considerations

High school graduate or equivalent. Must be a Certified Dietary Manager. At least 3 years clinical nutrition/or food service experience. Previous experience with MDS and Care Plans required. Previous experience working with the long term care service management is preferred. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively. Computer skills and ability to learn new software programs. Knowledge of local, state, and federal guidelines and requirements is desirable.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You will receive a confirmation of receipt when your application is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The Commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Excluding current DVS employees, the selected candidate MUST pass a criminal background check. and pre-employment drug screening and two TB Skin Tests are required.

Salaries for current state employees will be determined according to the current state compensation plan.

For consideration for this position, candidates MUST apply online at www.jobs.virginia.gov. Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Individuals desiring to be considered for advertised positions must submit a completed employment application or resume before the job posting closing date. Applications/resumes received after the closing date cannot be accepted. Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered. Please contact us if you need assistance.

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department of Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable from DARS.

Contact Information

Name: Kristen Johnson

Phone: 540-982-2860

Email: kristen.johnson@dvs.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.