Director of Food and Nutrition

Nealy Pierce is partnering exclusively with a growing, non-profit, independent community hospital in middle Tennessee to recruit a Director of Food and Nutrition Services.
This Director will own the entire service line: clinical nutrition + patient dining + retail + production + staffing + budget.

Why this role stands out

* Directly reports to the COO

* Leads 103 employees including a team of 2 Manager and several Supervisors

* Full in-house Food and Nutrition program

* Full Room Service model supporting acute care, rehab & children's services

What success looks like

* Full operational leadership of Food & Nutrition Services

* Budget ownership, labor planning & cost control

* Regulatory readiness & food safety oversight

* Patient nutrition, menu development & quality standards

* Partnering with Nursing, Physicians, Facilities & Administration

* Maintaining high patient satisfaction and service accuracy

Successful candidates will bring

* Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience in Food & Nutrition Services (acute care hospital strongly preferred)

* Demonstrated ability to lead both clinical nutrition and foodservice operations

* Proven budget ownership, labor management, and operational leadership

* Strong knowledge of food safety, regulatory compliance, and survey readiness

* Collaborative, relationship-driven leadership style with the ability to partner across Nursing, Physicians, Facilities, and Administration

Credentials & Licensure

* Registered Dietitian required

* Tennessee licensure


Compensation & Benefits

* Up to $135k annual base salary, dependent on experience.

* Relocation assistance available

* Comprehensive benefits, generous PTO & retirement

* No state income tax

About the Area:

Living here, you'll enjoy a balance of professional opportunity and personal lifestyle - from scenic parks and outdoor recreation to a vibrant downtown, strong schools, and a close-knit community. Located between Nashville and Knoxville, it provides small-town warmth with regional access, making it an exceptional place to build both a career and a life.

For immediate consideration, please submit your resume via the link.

Contact Information
Jill Jarufe View email address on click.appcast.io View phone number on click.appcast.io
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