ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR FOOD & NUTRITION SERVICES - Cap

  Salary: 75,000 - 80,000 / year based on experience

Other Forms of Compensation: Flexible Paid Time Off, Benefits, 401K, Training 

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Morrison Healthcare , a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services company, serving more than 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across the country. With more than 31,000 associates nationwide, Morrison uses the Power of Food to create personalized dining experiences for patients and in their cafés to advance the healing and healthful missions of its clients. Morrison has been serving some of the nation’s largest health systems for more than 70 years, and it leverages culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to provide consistency and transform the healthcare experience. Since 2012, Morrison has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work and Training Magazine has named it a Top 125/APEX Award Training Organization. Morrison has more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, and serves more than 600M meals annually.

Job Summary

This leadership role supports the successful operation of Food & Nutrition Services within an acute care hospital setting. The Associate Director of Food and Nutritional Services plays a key role in overseeing all foodservice-related activities, including patient dining, retail and catering services, quality improvement initiatives, sanitation, infection control, and overall compliance with hospital standards.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, entrepreneurial leader who is passionate about continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the overall management of patient dining, retail, cafeteria, and catering operations
• Ensure high levels of client, patient, and customer satisfaction
• Assist in driving efficient, cost-effective foodservice operations and financial performance
• Oversee and maintain safety, sanitation, and infection control programs in accordance with regulatory standards
• Build and maintain strong relationships with patients, hospital leadership, and cross-functional departments
• Promote team development through coaching, training, and professional growth initiatives
• Monitor quality improvement efforts and implement best practices to enhance service delivery
• Support inventory management, purchasing, and cost control initiatives
• Foster strong interdepartmental collaboration and align foodservice operations with overall hospital goals
• Assist in ensuring compliance with all healthcare, regulatory, and company standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Service Management, Nutrition, or related field; or Associate degree with 3+ years of relevant experience
• Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) or Registered Dietitian (RD) preferred
• 1–3 years of experience in hospital or healthcare foodservice (acute care or long-term care)
• 3–5 years of foodservice operations management experience, including inventory and purchasing
• Strong knowledge of food trends, production, sanitation, presentation, and cost control
• Experience with P&L management or contract foodservice operations preferred
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and team development skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting and reporting skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other systems required for successful operations
• ServSafe® certification required

Apply to Morrison Healthcare today!

Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group USA

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, or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID:  1545533

Morrison Healthcare 

AMY S MILLER 

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