General Manager 6 - Food and Nutrition Services

About the job General Manager 6 - Food and Nutrition Services


General Manager 6 Food and Nutrition Services
Location: Washington, DC
Industry: Hospital & Health Care
Experience Level: Mid-Senior | Minimum 5 Years Required
Education: Bachelors Degree (or equivalent experience)
Relocation Assistance: Yes
Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

Position Overview

A premier opportunity is available for a seasoned food service leader to join a major 900-bed hospital in the heart of Washington, DC. As General Manager 6 Food and Nutrition Services , youll oversee comprehensive food and nutrition operations including patient meal services, retail, doctors lounge, and catering for a flagship health system.

This role demands a results-driven professional with experience in healthcare food services , client relationship management, and a passion for patient-centered care .

Key Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations for Food & Nutrition Services across multiple service lines.
• Lead high-performing teams to achieve operational, financial, and service excellence .
• Oversee compliance with all applicable regulatory and food safety standards .
• Manage departmental budgets and align performance with client expectations.
• Drive service innovation and enhance the patient and guest experience .
• Foster strong nursing and medical team relationships to support quality outcomes.
• Mentor and develop managers and frontline staff to ensure team engagement and retention.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive management experience in healthcare food service .
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex operations, with a focus on retail, catering, and patient dining .
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance (especially DC-specific regulations).
• Proven ability to manage multi-million-dollar budgets and deliver against KPIs.
• Skilled in team leadership, client engagement, and strategic planning .
• Effective communicator and collaborative leader with strong customer service focus.

Preferred Attributes

• Background working in large hospitals or multi-site health systems.
• Familiarity with Company Standards or similar enterprise food service models.
• Experience working in a unionized environment is a plus.
• Demonstrated commitment to nursing relationships and improving patient experience scores .

This is a dynamic leadership role for a results-oriented professional ready to lead a flagship food & nutrition program. If you're passionate about patient service, clinical partnerships, and operational excellence, this opportunity is for you.