Director OF FOOD & Nutrition Services

Director Of Food & Nutrition Services

Are you a driven, innovative foodservice leader looking to make a lasting impact? We're seeking a Director Of Food & Nutrition Services to lead a high-performing team in a dynamic healthcare environment. This is an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneurial-minded manager who thrives on finding smarter, more efficient ways to deliver exceptional service.

In this key leadership role, you'll oversee all aspects of dining operations, from retail and catering to culinary excellence and regulatory compliance. You'll be the strategic driver of client satisfaction, associate development, and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor salaried managers and hourly team members
• Oversee all culinary and service operations, ensuring excellence in food quality, safety, and satisfaction
• Recruit, train, and manage staff while fostering a culture of accountability and growth
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting (inventory, payroll, production, cash handling, etc.)
• Maintain high standards in sanitation, infection control, and compliance with HACCP/OSHA
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align foodservice operations with client goals
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement across all service channels

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S. in Food Service Management, Hospitality, or related field (or A.A. with equivalent experience)
• 3–5 years of operational foodservice management experience, ideally in healthcare
• Proven skills in inventory management, purchasing, cost control, and culinary trends
• Hands-on culinary expertise and a passion for food quality and presentation
• Experience managing P&L and operating under a contract-managed service model (preferred)
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related systems
• ServSafe® Certification required

Why Join Us?

• Lead with purpose in a mission-driven environment
• Inspire a team dedicated to health, quality, and innovation
• Grow your career with opportunities for advancement and impact

If you're a collaborative leader who loves food, thrives on challenge, and delivers results—we want to meet you.

Apply now to shape the future of healthcare dining!

Associates at Morrison Healthcare are offered many fantastic benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan, flexible time off, holiday time off, associate shopping program, health and wellness programs, discount marketplace, identity theft protection, pet insurance, commuter benefits, employee assistance program, and flexible spending accounts.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.