Senior Director of Food & Nutrition Services
Compass Healthcare, Lexington, KY, United States
Salary:
$90,000-110,000
Sign On Bonus:
$15,000
Annual Bonus Potential:
Yes
Relocation Assistance:
Yes
Location:
Lexington, KY
Morrison Healthcare , a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services, 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. It has served some of the nation’s largest health systems for more than 70 years, leveraging culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to provide consistency and transform the healthcare experience. Since 2012, Morrison has been recognized as a Modern Healthcare Best Place to Work and Training Magazine Top 125/APEX Award Training Organization. It has more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, and serves more than 600M meals annually.
Job Summary The Senior Director of Food and Nutrition Services will oversee dining operations for a multi‑million dollar account at a large, multi‑campus healthcare facility. You will lead a team of over 200 hourly employees, 12 salaried managers, and manage client relationships, profitability, and talent development.
Key Responsibilities
Operate the department within the approved budget while providing maximum value to the client.
Ensure the food offered is of superior quality.
Direct and conduct safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs.
Maintain excellent relationships with guests, clients, and other departments.
Promote the professional growth and development of the team.
Foster strong inter‑departmental relations and integrate the dining service department with the facility plan of operations.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum of five years of proven leadership expertise, preferably in healthcare food service.
Two to four years of direct foodservice operational management experience, including inventory and purchasing knowledge and control.
Strong knowledge of food and catering trends focusing on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract‑managed service experience is desirable.
ServSafe® certification a plus.
Forward‑thinking, proactive, and the face of the company.
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, see https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_MorrisonHealthcare.pdf
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's 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.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug‑free workplace.
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$90,000-110,000
Sign On Bonus:
$15,000
Annual Bonus Potential:
Yes
Relocation Assistance:
Yes
Location:
Lexington, KY
Morrison Healthcare , a Compass Healthcare company, is a leader in healthcare food and nutrition services, 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. It has served some of the nation’s largest health systems for more than 70 years, leveraging culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise to provide consistency and transform the healthcare experience. Since 2012, Morrison has been recognized as a Modern Healthcare Best Place to Work and Training Magazine Top 125/APEX Award Training Organization. It has more than 1,600 registered dietitians and 1,200 executive chefs, and serves more than 600M meals annually.
Job Summary The Senior Director of Food and Nutrition Services will oversee dining operations for a multi‑million dollar account at a large, multi‑campus healthcare facility. You will lead a team of over 200 hourly employees, 12 salaried managers, and manage client relationships, profitability, and talent development.
Key Responsibilities
Operate the department within the approved budget while providing maximum value to the client.
Ensure the food offered is of superior quality.
Direct and conduct safety, sanitation, and maintenance programs.
Maintain excellent relationships with guests, clients, and other departments.
Promote the professional growth and development of the team.
Foster strong inter‑departmental relations and integrate the dining service department with the facility plan of operations.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum of five years of proven leadership expertise, preferably in healthcare food service.
Two to four years of direct foodservice operational management experience, including inventory and purchasing knowledge and control.
Strong knowledge of food and catering trends focusing on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation.
Knowledge of P&L accountability and contract‑managed service experience is desirable.
ServSafe® certification a plus.
Forward‑thinking, proactive, and the face of the company.
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, see https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_MorrisonHealthcare.pdf
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's 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.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Morrison Healthcare maintains a drug‑free workplace.
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