Salary: 85,000 - 90,000 / year based on experienceOther Forms of Compensation: Annual Performance Bonus, Flexible Paid Time Off, Benefits, 401K, Training
Pay Grade: 14Job SummaryAs a
Director of Food & Nutrition Services, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing the daily operations of the food and nutrition department within a
112-bed behavioral health hospital. This leadership role ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered dining services while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations, food safety standards, and organizational goals. You will manage a team of
8+ associates, oversee inventory and financial performance, and foster strong relationships with hospital leadership, staff, patients, and families.
Key Responsibilities- Direct and oversee all Food & Nutrition Services operations for a 112-bed behavioral health facility.
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of 8+ associates to ensure exceptional patient and customer service.
- Ensure the delivery of safe, nutritious, and high-quality meals that meet patient dietary requirements and regulatory standards.
- Maintain strong working relationships with hospital leadership, clinical teams, patients, and other departments.
- Collaborate with culinary leadership and dietitians to develop menus that support patient wellness, satisfaction, and therapeutic dietary needs.
- Manage department budgets, financial performance, purchasing, inventory control, and cost containment initiatives.
- Monitor and analyze P&L performance, productivity, and operational metrics to achieve department goals.
- Ensure compliance with all local, state, federal, and accrediting agency regulations, including food safety and sanitation standards.
- Implement and support new foodservice programs, patient dining initiatives, and quality improvement efforts.
- Promote a culture of safety, service excellence, and continuous improvement throughout the department.
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Food & Nutrition, Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred.
- Three to five years of progressive foodservice management experience, preferably in a healthcare, hospital, or behavioral health setting.
- Experience managing patient feeding operations, high-volume meal production, and special dietary programs.
- Proven leadership experience supervising and developing frontline teams.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, inventory, purchasing, and departmental expenses.
- Knowledge of healthcare regulatory requirements, food safety standards, and patient satisfaction initiatives.
- Excellent communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills.
- Passion for delivering exceptional patient experiences and growing within a leading healthcare foodservice organization.
Apply to Morrison Healthcare today!Associates at Morrison Healthcare are offered many fantastic benefits. - Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Flexible Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Personal Leave
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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Req ID: 1553621
Morrison Healthcare
AMY S MILLER
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