Director - Senior Meals Program
Rural Office of Community Services, Mitchell, SD, United States
Benefits:
401(k)
Company car
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Training & development
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
Make every meal matter. As Dining Services Program Director, you’ll oversee a 22‑site senior nutrition program dedicated to health, dignity, and community. With a home office near you and regular travel between locations, you’ll be the connecting force that keeps quality, care, and impact consistent across every table we serve.
Learn more about ROCS and our Dining Services Program!
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer
Position Summary The Dining Services Director provides leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for the ROCS Dining Services Program. This role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high‑quality, compliant, and sustainable nutrition services across all sites while supporting staff, managing program performance, and strengthening community partnerships.
The Director ensures that services align with federal and state regulations while advancing ROCS’ mission to support independence, health, and quality of life for older adults and vulnerable populations.
Key Responsibilities Program Leadership & Operations
Oversee daily operations of all Dining Services sites to ensure consistency, quality, and compliance
Lead menu planning, food purchasing, and recipe standardization in alignment with nutritional guidelines
Monitor site performance through regular on‑site visits and program evaluations
Ensure accurate tracking of meals served, participation, and donations
Analyze program data, trends, and outcomes to drive continuous improvement
Compliance & Reporting
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local program requirements
Review and evaluate reports related to eligibility, participation, and funding
Stay current on policy changes impacting nutrition programs
Ensure proper documentation and reporting across all sites
Financial Oversight & Sustainability
Monitor program budgets and support cost‑control strategies
Assist in grant writing and funding development efforts
Collaborate with leadership on sustainability planning and resource allocation
Support local advisory boards with financial planning and fundraising initiatives
Staff Leadership & Development
Provide supervision, coaching, and performance feedback to Dining Services staff
Deliver training in food safety, kitchen operations, reporting systems, and program expectations
Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable team environment
Support personnel management in coordination with Human Resources
Community Engagement & Partnerships
Serve as a liaison between ROCS and community stakeholders
Promote program awareness, participation, and community support
Support participant engagement through social and wellness-focused programming
Participate in professional associations including South Dakota Nutrition Project Directors Association and Meals on Wheels America
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct supervision of Dining Services staff across all sites
Conduct regular site visits, staff meetings, and performance evaluationsProvide guidance on program delivery, participant engagement, and compliance
Support staff development and address personnel issues in collaboration with leadership
Minimum Qualifications
Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum of 5+ years of supervisory experience
Experience managing multi‑site operations
Experience with budgeting or program oversight
Ability to interpret federal and state requirements
ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain)
Valid South Dakota Driver’s License
Preferred Qualifications
Leadership experience in human services or nonprofit organizations
Experience with grant‑funded programs
Experience in rural service delivery
Grant writing or fundraising experience
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401(k)
Company car
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Training & development
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
Make every meal matter. As Dining Services Program Director, you’ll oversee a 22‑site senior nutrition program dedicated to health, dignity, and community. With a home office near you and regular travel between locations, you’ll be the connecting force that keeps quality, care, and impact consistent across every table we serve.
Learn more about ROCS and our Dining Services Program!
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer
Position Summary The Dining Services Director provides leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for the ROCS Dining Services Program. This role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high‑quality, compliant, and sustainable nutrition services across all sites while supporting staff, managing program performance, and strengthening community partnerships.
The Director ensures that services align with federal and state regulations while advancing ROCS’ mission to support independence, health, and quality of life for older adults and vulnerable populations.
Key Responsibilities Program Leadership & Operations
Oversee daily operations of all Dining Services sites to ensure consistency, quality, and compliance
Lead menu planning, food purchasing, and recipe standardization in alignment with nutritional guidelines
Monitor site performance through regular on‑site visits and program evaluations
Ensure accurate tracking of meals served, participation, and donations
Analyze program data, trends, and outcomes to drive continuous improvement
Compliance & Reporting
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local program requirements
Review and evaluate reports related to eligibility, participation, and funding
Stay current on policy changes impacting nutrition programs
Ensure proper documentation and reporting across all sites
Financial Oversight & Sustainability
Monitor program budgets and support cost‑control strategies
Assist in grant writing and funding development efforts
Collaborate with leadership on sustainability planning and resource allocation
Support local advisory boards with financial planning and fundraising initiatives
Staff Leadership & Development
Provide supervision, coaching, and performance feedback to Dining Services staff
Deliver training in food safety, kitchen operations, reporting systems, and program expectations
Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable team environment
Support personnel management in coordination with Human Resources
Community Engagement & Partnerships
Serve as a liaison between ROCS and community stakeholders
Promote program awareness, participation, and community support
Support participant engagement through social and wellness-focused programming
Participate in professional associations including South Dakota Nutrition Project Directors Association and Meals on Wheels America
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct supervision of Dining Services staff across all sites
Conduct regular site visits, staff meetings, and performance evaluationsProvide guidance on program delivery, participant engagement, and compliance
Support staff development and address personnel issues in collaboration with leadership
Minimum Qualifications
Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum of 5+ years of supervisory experience
Experience managing multi‑site operations
Experience with budgeting or program oversight
Ability to interpret federal and state requirements
ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain)
Valid South Dakota Driver’s License
Preferred Qualifications
Leadership experience in human services or nonprofit organizations
Experience with grant‑funded programs
Experience in rural service delivery
Grant writing or fundraising experience
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