ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF FOOD & NUTRITION SERVICES

Morrison HealthcareSalary:100,000 - 110,000 / year based on experienceOther Forms of Compensation: Flexible Paid Time Off, Benefits, 401K, TrainingPay Grade:14Morrison 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 SummaryThe Associate Director of Food & Nutrition Services supports Food & Nutrition Services operations within an 860‑bed Level I Trauma Center, overseeing inpatient, outpatient, and retail dining programs and producing approximately 600-700 meals per meal period. The Associate Director is part of a collaborative leadership team of eight managers overseeing multiple service lines across the hospital.This position assists with day‑to‑day leadership of Food & Nutrition Services in an acute care hospital setting, supporting patient and retail dining, food safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. This is an ideal opportunity for a driven, solutions‑oriented leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, healthcare environment and is focused on continuous improvement.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport daily operations of patient, retail, cafeteria, and catering servicesEnsure high levels of patient, client, and customer satisfaction through efficient, cost‑effective managementAssist with oversight of food safety, sanitation, infection control, and regulatory compliancePromote team development through coaching, performance management, and engagementCollaborate with hospital departments to support integrated operationsContribute to quality improvement initiatives and operational goalsPreferred QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Food Service Management, Hospitality, or related field or Associate degree with 3+ years of related experienceCertified Dietary Manager (CDM) or Registered Dietitian (RD) preferred1-3 years of hospital or healthcare foodservice experience3-5 years of foodservice operations management experience, including inventory and purchasingKnowledge of food safety, sanitation, culinary quality, and cost controlsPrior P&L or contract‑managed services experience preferredStrong leadership, communication, and coaching skillsFinancial, budget, and computer proficiency requiredServSafe? Certification preferredApply to Morrison Healthcare today!Morrison Healthcare is a member of Compass Group USAClick here to Learn More about the Compass StoryAssociates at Morrison Healthcare are offered many fantastic benefits.MedicalDentalVisionLife Insurance/ ADDisability InsuranceRetirement PlanFlexible Time OffPaid Parental LeaveHoliday Time Off (varies by site/state)Personal LeaveAssociate Shopping ProgramHealth and Wellness ProgramsDiscount MarketplaceIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible 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 hereor copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.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: are accepted on an ongoing basis.Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace.Req ID:1524939Morrison HealthcareAMY S MILLER[[req_classification]]

Created: 2026-05-01