SR Director OF FOOD & Nutrition Services

Senior Director Of Food & Nutrition Services

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Director of Food & Nutrition Services to lead and oversee all aspects of foodservice operations at a 150 bed inpatient rehabilitation facility. This role is responsible for managing patient dining, retail and cafeteria services, and catering operations, while fostering strong relationships across the hospital campus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily operations of the Food & Nutrition department, ensuring high-quality service for patients, staff, and visitors
• Deliver exceptional food quality and presentation across all dining areas
• Develop and manage departmental budgets to maximize value while maintaining cost control
• Oversee safety, sanitation, and facility maintenance programs
• Build and maintain positive relationships with hospital leadership, staff, and guests
• Support professional development, performance management, and engagement of team members
• Ensure alignment of foodservice operations with the overall goals and vision of the healthcare facility

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of relevant experience
• 5+ years of proven leadership in foodservice management, preferably in healthcare or contract services
• 2–4 years of hands-on experience with foodservice operations, purchasing, and inventory control
• Strong understanding of food and catering trends, production, sanitation, and cost control
• Experience managing P&L and financial performance
• ServSafe® certification preferred
• A forward-thinking, proactive leader who can serve as the face of the foodservice program

Associates at Morrison Healthcare are offered many fantastic benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan, flexible time off, paid parental leave, holiday time off, personal leave, 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. At Compass, we are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1436039