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Kobie Marketing

Director, Client Services

Annapolis, MD · Remote

As a remote-first organization headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, Kobie values meaningful in ... As Director, Client Services, you will lead strategic client relationships and oversee the delivery ...

Kobie Marketing

Director, Client Services

Washington, DC · Remote

As a remote-first organization headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, Kobie values meaningful in ... As Director, Client Services, you will lead strategic client relationships and oversee the delivery ...

Sodexo

Director, Solution Design

North Bethesda, MD · On-site +1

$134K - $209K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Reporting to the Senior Director, Solution Design, this role partners closely with Sales ... Lead the design of integrated food, facilities, and support service solutions for strategic ...

Liveops

Remote Customer Service Agent

Waldorf, MD · Remote

$15 - $20/hr

Customer Service Agent -- Independent Contractor (Remote) Location: Remote (US-Based) Liveops is ... Complete a W-9 form and set up direct deposit. * Complete client-specific certification ...

Liveops

Remote Customer Service Agent

Herndon, VA · Remote

$16 - $21.25/hr

Customer Service Agent -- Independent Contractor (Remote) Location: Remote (US-Based) Liveops is ... Complete a W-9 form and set up direct deposit. * Complete client-specific certification ...

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What is a remote food service director?

A Remote Food Service Director is a management professional who oversees food service operations, such as cafeterias or catering services, from a remote location rather than being on-site. Their responsibilities typically include menu planning, budgeting, staff management, compliance with health and safety regulations, and ensuring customer satisfaction. They use digital tools and communication platforms to coordinate with on-site staff and address operational challenges. This role is particularly common in organizations with multiple locations or in situations where on-site presence is not required every day.

How does a remote food service director manage on-site teams and ensure consistent food quality standards?

As a Remote Food Service Director, you will rely heavily on digital communication tools and regular virtual meetings to stay connected with on-site managers and staff. Establishing clear protocols, providing ongoing training, and utilizing performance tracking systems are essential to maintain quality and consistency across locations. Building strong relationships with local teams and setting up regular reporting schedules can help you quickly identify and resolve issues, ensuring that all operations align with company standards even from a distance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote food service director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Food Service Director, you need expertise in food service operations, menu planning, nutrition standards, and typically a degree in hospitality or food management. Familiarity with food service management software, inventory systems, and remote communication tools such as Zoom or Teams is essential. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective virtual communication skills help you motivate teams and maintain service quality from a distance. These skills are crucial for ensuring efficient, compliant, and high-quality food service operations across multiple locations remotely.

What is the difference between Remote Food Service Director vs Remote Food Service Manager?

AspectRemote Food Service DirectorRemote Food Service Manager
CredentialsFood service management certification, relevant experienceFood service certification, supervisory experience
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple facilities or programs remotelyManages daily operations at specific sites remotely
ResponsibilitiesStrategic planning, policy development, high-level oversightStaff supervision, daily operations, customer service

The Remote Food Service Director typically holds higher-level responsibilities, focusing on strategic oversight and policy, while the Remote Food Service Manager handles daily operations and staff management. Both roles require relevant certifications and experience, but the director's role is broader and more strategic.

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Infographic showing various Remote Food Service Director job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, and 37% Part Time. Highlights an 79% In-person, and 21% Remote job distribution.

Food Service Worker

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA

Bethesda, MD • On-site, Remote

$19.43 - $22.66/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

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Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 84 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

69th of 888 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Summary
About the Position: Work is performed in kitchen area with heat, humidity, noise, and danger of slipping and cutting.
This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
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Duties
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  • Set up, operate, and maintain mechanical dishwasher.
  • Remove components of dishwasher for prevention maintenance and cleaning.
  • Scrape, soak, scour, and scrub the heavier cooking utensils such as mixing bowls and pots.
  • Perform heavy-duty cleaning tasks throughout the food service and related areas.
  • Set up and break down cafeteria lines.
  • Transfer trash to disposal area.
  • Clean and sanitize work area in an orderly and sanitary manner.
  • Deliver meal trays to patients.
  • Label, date, and place food in proper storage.
  • Weigh, process, assemble, and label food products according to recipes.
  • Inspect food for freshness, quantity, and quality.
  • Prepare sandwiches, salads, cold platters, and drinks for future use.
  • Organize ingredients and completed recipes for efficiency.

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Conditions of employment
  • This position is subject to a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
  • Lifting up to 40 pounds may be required.
  • This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
  • This position may require incumbent to work on call during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules.
  • This position has been designated Mission Essential. In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations, the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.
  • This position has mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirements and is subject to annual seasonal influenza vaccinations unless otherwise exempted for medical or religious reasons (documentation of exemption must be provided upon hire).
  • Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
  • This position requires the incumbent to have Tuberculosis testing.

Qualifications
Who May Apply: US Citizens
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.
Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a Food Service Worker without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common Food Service Worker duties. I can verify meal cards by checking for expiration dates and validity of card; operating, maintaining, and restocking dining room beverage islands; preparing sandwiches, complex salads, cold platters, and a variety of beverages; receiving, storing, and securing all supplies and food items as required; breaking down and cleaning assigned areas when the meal is finished, and returning food to the main kitchen. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
  • Physical Effort: Food service workers at this grade level perform work requiring light to moderate physical effort. They are subject to continuous standing and walking, and frequent stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and bending. They frequently lift or move objects weighing up to 9 kilograms (20 pounds) unassisted (e.g., pushing small carts of dirty dishes) and occasionally lift or move objects weighing more than 9 kilograms (20 pounds) (e.g., filling beverage dispensers) with the assistance of other workers. In addition, some food service workers at this level may be required to perform heavy work, such as scouring and scrubbing large-size cooking utensils and pushing heavy carts and trucks in unloading, storing, and delivering supplies. They also may be required to work on ladders and use powered cleaning equipment. They frequently lift or move objects weighing up to 18 kilograms (40 pounds).
  • Working Conditions: The work is performed in kitchen areas where the steam and heat from cooking and dishwashing equipment often cause uncomfortably high temperatures and humidity. The work area is well lighted but usually noisy from food service activities, and there is danger of slipping on floors where food or beverages have been dropped. Food service workers are regularly exposed to hot liquids, sharp cutting blades, hot working surfaces, and extreme temperature changes when entering walk-in refrigeration or freezing units.

Additional information
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • Recruitment or relocation incentives MAY be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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