DIRECTOR OF FOOD AND NUTRITION

Morrison Healthcare

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.

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Job Summary

Director of Dining Services

Hinesville, GA

We are seeking a strong, hands-on foodservice leader to oversee dining operations for a 25-bed hospital in Hinesville, GA.

This is an excellent opportunity for a restaurant manager, hospitality leader, catering manager, chef manager, military dining leader, or experienced foodservice professional who is ready to take ownership of an account and continue growing their career.

Healthcare experience is not required. We are looking for someone who understands great food, strong customer service, team leadership, financial accountability, and the importance of building positive relationships.

As the Director of Dining Services, you will oversee the day-to-day foodservice operation, lead and develop the team, manage client relationships, and ensure high standards for food quality, service, safety, and sanitation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the daily foodservice operation for a 25-bed hospital
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop associates
• Build strong relationships with hospital leaders, patients, guests, and team members
• Partner with the culinary team to create menus and deliver high-quality food
• Oversee budgeting, labor, purchasing, inventory, and account expenses
• Maintain strong standards for food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance
• Support patient dining, retail service, catering, and special events
• Introduce new culinary and service programs
• Identify opportunities to improve service, quality, and efficiency
• Create a positive culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and customer service

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three to five years of foodservice leadership or operations management experience
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, catering, military dining, senior living, education, healthcare, or contract foodservice
• Experience managing budgets, labor, purchasing, and inventory
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills
• Ability to build relationships and work closely with clients
• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, culinary arts, business, or a related field preferred
• Desire to learn, grow, and build a long-term career with a leading foodservice company

This is an ideal opportunity for a motivated foodservice leader who wants to run their own account, make a visible impact, and grow within a strong organization.

Apply to Morrison Healthcare today!

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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.

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: 1557535

Morrison Healthcare

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