Assistant Food Service Director

Are you a strong kitchen leader who believes food service is about more than just meals -- it's about dignity, healing, and community? Norlite Nursing Center is seeking an Assistant Food Service Director to help lead a fast-paced healthcare dining team that serves residents with compassion, consistency, and professionalism.This role is ideal for someone who thrives in leadership, enjoys mentoring staff, and takes pride in delivering high-quality food service in a mission-driven environment.You won't just be managing a kitchen -- you'll be helping shape the culture of a department that directly impacts resident satisfaction every single day.What You'll Do Help oversee daily food service operations including production, service flow, and team coordination Support menu execution while ensuring therapeutic diets, texture modifications, and resident preferences are followed accurately Lead, coach, and support dietary teammates through scheduling, training, and performance development Maintain compliance with sanitation, safety, and healthcare regulatory standards Partner with clinical and activities teams to support special events, celebrations, and resident-centered programming Monitor inventory, manage vendor ordering (Sysco, Reinhart, etc.), and maintain strong cost awareness Support department organization, documentation, and operational consistency What We're Looking For Leadership experience in a commercial kitchen, healthcare dining, or high-volume food service environment Strong culinary foundation and understanding of food safety practices Ability to lead by example and maintain a positive, professional kitchen culture Experience with scheduling, shift coordination, and team accountability Comfort working in a fast-moving environment where teamwork matters Experience with therapeutic diets or healthcare food service is a strong plus Why Join Norlite? Stable leadership team with a strong culture focus Opportunity to grow into expanded leadership responsibilities Team-oriented environment where your voice is valued Meaningful work that directly impacts residents' quality of life At Norlite, we believe food service is one of the most visible expressions of care.If you're ready to help lead a department where professionalism, teamwork, and resident satisfaction truly matter -- we'd love to hear from you.Job Type:Full-time Pay:From $20.00 per hour Benefits:401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Paid training Vision insurance Work Location:In person.